Many managers unknowingly and needlessly undermine the productivity of their teams. Paradoxically, this problem often stems from a manager’s genuine effort to maximise the team’s potential; however, such efforts can easily become counterproductive and harm the team’s overall performance. The result is an inefficient team, dissatisfied employees, and a manager frustrated by the fact that, despite their good intentions, subordinates are not achieving the desired results. Below are the most common mistakes managers make unknowingly, which unfortunately have a negative impact on team performance.
