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We’ve all seen those lists about what makes a great leader. They pop up on social media feeds, in presentation slide decks, on posters in offices.

Empathetic. Strategic. Visionary. Resilient. Curious. Empowering. Effective communicator. Trust-builder. Critical thinker.

We’ve likely seen the flipside, too—the traits of ineffective leaders: Micromanaging. Toxic. Resistant to change. Uncommunicative. Exclusive.