Disorganization

One of the most common signs of a toxic Boss is disorganization. There is a delicate line between being a little disorganized and being habitually disorganized. When managers consistently forget things, misplace paperwork, and miss meetings, disorganization becomes an issue. This behavior sets a terrible example for the department and may result in unnecessary work for other team members.

Before managing a complete staff, a manager must be able to keep their own affairs in order. A boss who can't find his car keys doesn't inspire much trust in his capacity to organize and manage a department. Occasional absent-mindedness or messiness is acceptable, but the image of being continuously lost is not.

How to fix it: Find or create a system that works for you. Take an hour or two at the start or end of each week to organize. Evaluate whether you need an assistant, or just need to get your act together.