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To think most managers are insecure people hiding behind job titles?

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SharpRubyCrow · 14/09/2025 12:04

The bigger the title, the more fragile the ego. AIBU to think management attracts people who need power to feel important?

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IdaGlossop · 14/09/2025 12:09

The issue your post is hiding is that we are poor in the UK at supporting new managers do they can lead their teams constructively. Most organisations promote people into managerial positions because they're good at the technical aspects of a job. Understanding people, how to motivate them so things get done, how to balance support with autonomy, are complex and need to be taught.

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