Much of the world's progress from ancient times came from leadership. If we didn't have presidents, kings, or emperors, we wouldn't know order and civilization. But not all types of leadership resulted in something good. Considering all the wars we had, leadership was questionable at multiple points in history. Plus, our past leaders turned a blind eye to discrimination and brutal punishments.
Thankfully, we now live in a world where our standards for leaders have improved dramatically. We don't just look for educated or influential people anymore. We look for good people. They should be someone with both wits and compassion. Whether for a school organization, a country, or a workplace, we want that kind of leader. Otherwise, we have only a boss.
But sadly, many people with authority still practice outdated leadership behaviors. They're especially rampant in the workplace. Instead of inspiring their organizations, they overwork them and barely recognize their efforts. As a result, companies with such leaders suffer from a high turnover rate. To prevent your company from experiencing the same thing, here are the outdated leadership practices you should unlearn now.
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