We've all had that boss, the one who makes work harder, not easier. But what if YOU are that boss without realizing it? In this honest conversation, Wall Street Journal bestselling author Mita Mallick shares how she became the micromanaging, disengaged leader she never wanted and how it opened her eyes. You'll hear why bad bosses aren't born but made and the specific behaviors that drive teams away without you even noticing. Whether you're navigating a difficult manager right now or worried you might be becoming one yourself, this episode reveals what's really happening beneath the surface of bad leadership…and what to do about it.

What You’ll Discover:

3 ways bad bosses are created (including why we all have the potential to become one)
The difference between micromanaging and holding people accountable -- and how to tell which one you're doing
How to retrain your boss when their behavior is disruptive without it backfiring

About Mita Mallick

Mita Mallick is a WSJ best-seller author and corporate change-maker with a track record of transforming businesses. She's a chief diversity officer and highly sought-after speaker who has advised Fortune 100 companies and startups alike. She is a LinkedIn Top Voice and a contributor to Harvard Business Review, Adweek, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur. Mallick holds a BA from Barnard College, Columbia University, and an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. https://www.mitamallick.com/

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