You know that boss who sends emails at 12:03 AM? The one who’s always in a fire drill? Or the beloved, well-meaning leader who… doesn’t actually know how to lead? In this episode of Tough Day, host KVJ sits down with Mita Mallick, bestselling author and workplace culture expert, to unpack some of the most common (and quietly dangerous) archetypes of bad bosses — and what good leaders can learn from them.
Mita shares stories and insights from her upcoming book, The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses, including how to spot macro managers, navigate kind-but-incompetent bosses, and protect yourself from gossipy higher-ups. Whether you’ve had a bad boss or been one, this conversation will help you lead and work better — starting now.
✨ What we cover:
- What inspired Mita to turn her “burn book” into a leadership guide
- The difference between trust and neglect in leadership
- When kindness hides incompetence — and what to do about it
- How to deal with manipulative gossip in the workplace
- Why team agreements and coaching moments matter
📚 Pre-order Mita’s new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight
Coming September 30, 2025
👉 Order here
🔗 Connect with Mita Mallick:
🌐 Website: https://www.mitamallick.com
📘 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mitamallick
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