Before You Judge Your Manager, Understand Their Role in Your Growth

“I’m a great team member, but my manager isn’t a good manager.” We hear this often, but great performance rarely happens in isolation. A manager, directly or indirectly, shapes the environment, opportunities, guidance, and challenges that contribute to a team member’s success. Every leader has a different leadership style, and no single style fits everyone. Before judging a manager, acknowledge that your growth and performance are, to some extent, influenced by their leadership. Great teams are built not just by great individuals, but by leaders and team members who contribute to each other’s success.