Top 15 horrible managers at work: Have you unknowingly become one?

What happens when leadership shifts from guidance to control, and from objectivity to favouritism? Many managers, often without realising it, adopt behaviours that quietly erode team morale and drive good talent out. Whether loud or subtle, these styles create a silent churn in teams and workplaces. In this article, we explore the top 15 traits that define managers as horrible and why leadership must evolve from merely leading to empowering.