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A People-Pleaser Boss
values harmony and wants everyone to feel good about their work. You care deeply about your team and avoid situations that might cause tension.
But this can mean issues go unaddressed, standards slip, and underperformance is left unchecked all while you take on more yourself to “keep the peace.”
The fix? Keep your supportive style but set clear expectations, follow through on consequences, and create a culture where feedback feels normal.
Spot the Signs
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You avoid difficult conversations for fear of upsetting people
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Performance issues linger without action
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You end up doing others’ work to avoid conflict
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Team members aren’t always clear on what’s expected
Unspoken concerns + lowered standards + extra workload = Kindness Overload
Change One Thing Right Now
Identify one area where expectations aren’t being met.
Have a short, specific conversation this week to clarify the standard and agree the next step forward.
Clarity = momentum.
What's next?
You probably know what you need to change.
It’s hard to ask for help and can be tricky to step back to see the fix you need. Or maybe this Leadership Style doesn’t quite sound like you.
Either way, we’re always happy to talk things through. No pressure, no big commitment. Just a quick chat to get some clarity.
