Weak Leadership

Everyone has experienced a bad leader. Unfortunately, it can really affect a follower's personal growth and effectiveness. When someone leads poorly, he or she does not give helpful feedback.  The leader does not properly utilize the strengths of team members so that they can be assets to the company or project. A team member receiving poor leadership becomes disconnected from the original goals and purpose and loses morale.

I worked for a boss who always made sure I was properly educated on the new technology. He would encourage me to continue taking classes to improve my software skills. He also made sure that I was properly recognized for my accomplishments for my work. Looking back on it, I would have run through a wall for that man. He was the person that gave me the confidence I needed to be be successful.

For more thoughts on this, you can read "How To Be A Weak Leader" by Steve Goodier that talks about the differences between a good leader and an unsuccessful one.