If your boss says this, be worried — "By announcing this fact, you negate it," says Darlene Price. (Graphics by Inez Torre) If your boss says this, be worried — 'The best leaders take responsibility for their actions. They don't point fingers.' If your boss says this, be worried — Leadership is not a solo act, suggests Price . If your boss says this, be worried — As U.S. basketball coach John Wooden once said, "It's what you learn after you know it all that counts." What your boss shouldn't say — This attitude inflicts fear into followers, curbs creativity, and inhibits innovation. What your boss shouldn't say — Successful leaders are passionate about innovation and finding a better way of doing something. What your boss shouldn't say — Great leaders know that results are produced through people. What your boss shouldn't say — The 'ends justify the means' is no excuse for deliberate deception or disregard of company policy. What your boss shouldn't say — Saying this doesn't make the bad news and surprises go away; it just means people sweep a time bomb under the rug. What your boss shouldn't say — This statement destroys drive and kills morale. It implies you're doing people a favor by employing them. Prev Next
