Poor communication
According to Leadership Now, the most common mistake in leadership is poor communication. It is not enough for a manager to have only the necessary hard skills; they must above all be an excellent communicator, capable of maintaining relationships with subordinates, and introducing a transparent and effective communication system within the team.
Favouritism and prejudice
A good manager must treat everyone equally. If the manager shows signs of prejudice, favouritism or unfounded aversion towards certain employees, it can totally destroy the relationship between manager and subordinates.
Lack of honesty and loss of trust
A manager must be able to deal with their team transparently and thus gain their long-term trust. If a manager does not keep their word, or is not honest with team members, respect and trust go out of the window.
Lack of preparation and ignoring risks
Managerial qualities are most apparent in a crisis, for which managers should always prepare. A good manager does not lose sight of risks even if the team is doing well; a inability or unwillingness to have crisis scenarios ready is a fatal mistake on their part.
Burnout and loss of interest
If a manager loses motivation, ceases to be interested in the given product or team, or even suffers burnout, the productivity of the team as a whole is always seriously damaged too.
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