I thought the title made me a leader

Several years ago I got promoted, and I came in hot. Told people what to do. Didn't ask. Didn't show. Just pointed. I had the slide deck to guide them if they had questions. Now leave me alone.

Nobody really pushed back, but they got quieter and stopped bringing ideas to our meetings.

Then one of my better people left. No drama, just gone. I had to sit with that.

I was so busy being the boss I forgot to lead.

What's the mistake that taught you the most about leadership?