3 Indicators that it’s time for a leader to go!

By Simon Childs Managing Director

Optitude 360 Executive Search Ψ

There are a few key indicators that it may be time for you to move on as a leader. Maybe you’re no longer being challenged in your current role or you’re feeling stagnant and unfulfilled. Perhaps you’re ready for a new challenge or you’re simply not happy with the current state of affairs. If any of these sound familiar it may be time to start considering a change.  There are several indicators that may signal that it is time for a change. These include:

1. Loss of support from followers:

Losing support from followers can have dire consequences for any individual or group. Without the backing of others, it becomes much harder to achieve goals or maintain power. This loss of support can come about due to a number of reasons such as a change in beliefs or values a scandalous event or simply a loss of trust. Whatever the cause those who find themselves in this situation must work hard to regain the support of others if they hope to remain successful.

2 Poor performance:

Poor Performance is a serious issue that can lead to a number of negative consequences. Poor performers may be passed over for promotions or raise they may receive negative performance reviews and they may even be fired. Poor performance can also lead to increased stress and anxiety as well as decreased job satisfaction. If you are struggling with poor performance at work there are a few things you can do to try to improve your situation.

First talk to a mentor or trusted advisor about your concerns. They may be able to offer suggestions or help you develop a plan to improve your performance. You can also try studying or practising outside of work setting goals for yourself and seeking feedback from others. If you are still struggling after taking these steps it may be time to seek professional help. A therapist or counsellor can assist you in identifying the root cause of your poor performance and developing strategies to improve it.

3 Negative impact:

If a leader is having a negative impact on their organisation it may be time for them to move on. This is especially true if the leader is not willing or able to make changes that are necessary for the organisation to be successful. In some cases, the negative impact may be due to the leader’s personal life or outside commitments which are interfering with their ability to lead effectively. In other cases, the leader may simply be ineffective at their job. Whatever the reason if a leader is having a negative impact on their organisation it may be time for them to move on.