Newly promoted managers emulate their leader’s example, even when it’s bad

New managers often learn by observing their leaders

Authentic leadership is true leadership

1. High-level leaders need their subordinates to tell the truth.

   While it is extremely easy to get feedback when one is at a junior level in an organization, the same becomes almost impossible when one is at the top. Most subordinates (would-be managers, in this case) believe their leaders do not want to get honest criticism. They also end up emulating their superior’s worst behaviors and not even recognize it.
   
   In such a situation, if top leaders cannot extract honest feedback from their colleagues or subordinates, they should look outside the company for an objective point of view.



2. Try spending more time with your frontline employees

   (those who interact directly with customers). High-level leaders who regularly talk to their frontline employees feel more accountable as workers.
   
   Talking to as many employees as possible is also a great way of finding the root cause of several issues in your organization.



3. Team members are always watching their leaders

   . And it is very easy to take anything they do or say out of context. Employees watch how leaders respond to different situations and how they treat staff members (when they are hired and when they are leaving the company). Leaders must be mindful of how they solve problems, treat people, collaborate and manage their time, and so on. 

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Neha De

Neha De is a writer and editor with more than 13 years of experience. She has worked on a variety of genres and platforms, including books, magazine articles, blog posts and website copy. She is passionate about producing clear and concise content that is engaging and informative. In her spare time, Neha enjoys dancing, running and spending time with her family.