15 Toxic Leadership Behaviours That Push Teams Away

Episode 72

This week's episode of Impactful Teamwork delves into the critical topic of toxic leadership behaviours that inadvertently push team members away.

Inspired by a comprehensive research article from HR World and Kick Resume, the episode explores 15 detrimental manager behaviors and their impacts on team morale and organisational culture. Highlighting real-world examples and personal experiences, the host emphasizes the need for leadership to evolve from controlling to empowering, promoting trust and psychological safety within the workplace.

Key insights include recognising and avoiding behaviours like micromanaging, emotional volatility, favouritism, and undermining team contributions. The episode underscores the importance of self-awareness and continual personal development for leaders, and introduces resources like the Unbridled Teamship roadmap to foster effective and inspiring leadership.

00:00 Introduction to Impactful Teamwork

00:50 The Importance of Avoiding Negative Leadership Behaviors

02:11 Exploring Toxic Leadership Behaviors

08:50 The Royal Highness: Narcissistic Leadership

09:56 The Mood Swinger: Emotional Instability in Leadership

10:57 The Insecure Boss: Fear of Competence

12:08 The Big Brother: Micromanagement

13:02 The Underminer: Discrediting Others

13:45 The Favors: Favoritism in Leadership

14:26 The Metrics Man: Obsession with Targets

15:03 The Yeller: Authority Through Loudness

15:38 The Emo Blackmailer: Emotional Manipulation