We've all probably encountered a terrible leader at some point, and it's not hard to remember exactly why they left such a negative impression on us.

These are the leaders we've known to micromanage to the point of obsession, lack even an ounce of empathy, and even abuse their authority to intimidate. There are countless examples of "leaders" who repeatedly miss the mark, wasting their opportunity to build others up by instead tearing them down.

On the other hand, exceptional leaders are like a rare gem that is difficult to come by. It's precisely these leaders that we all aspire to work or collaborate with. Your growth and personal development in this one key area can have an immense affect on your bottom line.

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