These Management Habits Can Slowly Break Teams: What to Watch Out For
When I first took up the management job, nobody told me that I needed to watch out for my habits that can have a serious impact on my team’s productivity and performance. My intent was right—I wanted to do well in my role while also helping my team grow. However, without paying attention to how I came across to others or how I communicated, I did not always act in ways that were best for me and my team.
Instead of pushing my team towards excellence, I subjected them to unattainable high standards. In trying to achieve harmony, I unconsciously promoted seeking consensus over healthy disagreements. To protect my team’s feelings, I softened the feedback instead of giving tough love. By keeping the team busy with urgent asks, I prevented them from working on long-term requests. I also refused to trust my team with complex tasks and preferred to do...
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