Leadership Mistakes That Kill Productivity and How to Fix Them

One of the most damaging leadership mistakes is confusing visibility with performance. Long hours and constant availability are often rewarded while real output is ignored.

Another common mistake is uneven enforcement. When monitoring data is used selectively, trust collapses. High performers disengage and low performers exploit inconsistency.

Leaders also fail by ignoring early warning signs. Burnout, overload, and disengagement appear in data long before results drop.

Fixing these mistakes requires humility and discipline. Leaders must be willing to change their own habits before expecting teams to change.