7 Leadership Myths (That might be hurting your team)

Your beliefs about leadership can hurt your team’s success.

Many people believe leadership looks a certain way.

Myths have been passed down as
“strong leadership principles.”

But over time, they quietly undermine the positive
culture you’ve worked tirelessly to build.

Here are 7 common leadership myths and
alternative approaches that inspire teams:

“Leaders must have all the answers.”
↳ Teams know more than any one person can.
↳ Ask your team. Let them share ideas.

“Tough leaders get the best results.”
↳ Fear makes people quiet, not their best.
↳ Be kind. Show care. Teams work better.

“Micromanaging ensures quality.”
↳ Too much oversight deflates confidence.
↳ Ask for what you need, then let them work.

“Work always comes first.”
↳ Tired teams can’t do their best work.
↳ Show it’s okay to rest sometimes too.

“Feedback should always be critical.”
↳ Feedback works best when it feels safe.
↳ Don’t just correct, recognize what’s working too.

“Strong leaders never show weakness.”
↳ Honesty earns more trust than pretending does.
↳ Share when you’re learning too. It builds trust.

“More meetings improve communication.”
↳ How you meet matters more than how much.
↳ Keep talks short. Make every word count.

The truth?

Leadership isn’t about control or volume.
It’s about creating space for others to thrive.

When you let go of these leadership myths,
You unlock energy, trust, and real momentum.