In part 1 of this series we took a look at the Incompetent and the Know it All weak leadership styles. If you didn’t get a chance to read that article, you can do so by clicking here.
Moving forward, let’s begin part 2.
3. The “Intimidating” Leader
This leader gets things done. The problem is their only regard is results, not people. You being a person, this creates a problem. Exertion of force, threats, and intimidation are common place amongst the “intimidating” leader. They love being the boss and frequently make “I’m the boss”-type statements (SO ANNOYING). As ego was prevalent with the “know it all” leader, the intimidating leader has them beat, tenfold.
Traditionally they do well by exulting force to get things get done. They seek out weakness in their team and co-workers and use it as ammunition against them. Being purely results oriented, they face consistent turnover, low loyalty and high resentment within their team – a recipe for chaotic disaster. The Intimidating leader rarely shares words of appreciation nor positive feedback, and when they do, there’s a tone of condescension and cold-hardheartedness present.
The “Intimidating” Antidote
Working under or around this type of leader requires more strategy than the the Incompetent and the Know it All leaders. Show this leader respect to keep them calm and off our your tail. Most who work under this type of leader can’t tolerate the disrespect that they project and and are riddled with fear. Present yourself as respectable, not fearful, to avoid their shady tactics.
In my own experience working with Intimidating leaders, I’ve found it best practice to keep my distance because I have a weakness in NOT showing intimidation. In most cases, this is a positive; however, when working under this type of leader it’s counter productive, easily taken as a disrespectful gesture (for not being intimidated).
BEWARE: don’t allow yourself to fall victim of intimidation. Once your weakness is identified, it will be exploited and used against you -over and over and over and over again.
4. The “Unorganized” Leader
In my experience the unorganized leader has poor brain power, lacks the ability to multi-task, and displays no leadership ability. They take on any and every project that they can even when at maximum capacity. They typically work amongst their team, taking a “player” role, rather than one of a coach – deeming themselves un-respectable to their leadership peers and team members alike. This leader isn’t necessarily like the incompetent leader, for they once sored, and have now fallen into pit.
It’s typical to find highly merited rewards from years past in an unorganized leaders office, which can generate some pity in your heart. I’ve found that life events tend to shape a strong leader, into a pitiful, unorganized leader. They’re caught in a downward spiral and fear a destined demotion, or worse.
Instead of stepping to the plate, they ask others to do so for them, further depreciating their position as a leader. Although loyal to their team, they overly depend on their team. Since those around them have little to no respect for them, they are often let down and hung out to dry.
The “Unorganized” Antidote
Projecting positivity does numbers when in this situation. Lend your self as a friend, but don’t get to close because the negative energy is contagious. Being strong and organized will formulate you into a support system for them. The weak and needy personalities will find it terribly hard to work for this leader, because they too are weak and needy. In contrary, the strategy-minded sees this is an open invitation for opportunity. Remember that the “unorganized” leader was a high-performer in a brighter time in their life – if they should make it back to the top, you want to be aligned within their loyalty.
BEWARE: Don’t allow your pity for this leader to bring you down. Be inspired to never become an unorganized leader. Negative energy is contagious; don’t let it consume you.
After commenting below, check out part 3 of this series…the concluding 3 weak leadership styles:
The Miro-Manager and The New Leader
To review part 1 of this series, you can click here.
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What is your experience in dealing with the Intimidating and Unorganized leadership styles? What type of positives and negatives have you experienced with each?
