Six Dumb Leadership Mistakes 

Some leadership mistakes are intentional. You know that not getting rest harms you. So does too much sugar, not enough exercise, or too much alcohol. But … 

6 Persistently Dumb Leadership Mistakes 

#1. Pretending not to see a problem 

We know problems grow but imagine they’ll go away by themselves. Maybe someone else will fix it. Avoidance is a seductive liar. 

#2. Procrastinating 

You know delay increases stress. You do it anyway. You imagine a more capable future self. But the only benefit of procrastination is future pain. 

#3. Scratching Your Digital Itch 

Distraction dilutes you. Phones hijack attention and mood, but you still swipe up. Still text during meetings. 

#4. Interrupting 

You know it shuts others down. The impulse still fires. 

#5. Saying yes when we want to say no 

Guilt whispers “just do it.” Ego believes saying yes makes you look good. The result is fatigue and resentment. 

#6. Complaining 

We know it doesn’t help. It just feels good in the moment. 

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Source: Leadership Freak Blog