Mistakes Leaders Make

This document summarizes common mistakes that leaders make based on surveys of managers and executives. It discusses the top reasons new leaders fail, which are mostly related to relationship building and communication. It also lists the 13 most common fatal errors leaders make, such as refusing accountability, failing to develop people, and condoning incompetence. Finally, it discusses the top things extraordinary leaders avoid, such as not riding momentum, flaunting privileges, and being unwilling to make hard decisions.