Sign no. 1: Inability to make strategic changes
As ManagementToday states, one of the key signals that your style of leadership is non-sustainable is the inability to make strategic changes: all problems are solved in an ad hoc manner and there is never enough time to come up with and implement systemic solutions. Solve problems in a systemic manner and seek long-term solutions, even if this might mean having to devote more time to the problem at the given moment.
Sign no. 2: Neglecting development of individual talent
A team that works in a sustainable way looks after the well-being of its members. Support individual talent, do not neglect staff training, and be interested in what they want and need in order to develop professionally.
Sign no. 3: No team-building sessions
Insufficient support of friendship and cooperation within a team leads to a team that is not cemented enough and unprepared to face the difficult challenges that lie ahead in critical situations.
Sign no. 4: Non-transparent leadership and poor communication
A typical sign of a team that works in a non-sustainable manner, and whose future is therefore definitely not bright, is non-transparent leadership by the manager. A leader must be honest with subordinates and fight for their team when talking to company management. Moreover, transparent and rapid communication with clearly defined rules and parameters is key in any team.
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