{
  "id": 16653699,
  "title": "If you’re doing any of these 3 things, you’re leading like it’s still the last century",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/if-youre-doing-any-of-these-3-things-youre-leading-like-its-still-the",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-26T18:41:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Fast Company",
    "slug": "fast-company",
    "url": "https://www.fastcompany.com/91627706/leader-last-century"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The findings from Pew research indicate that while many employees appreciate their bosses, around one in five hold a low opinion of their direct managers, which can result in significant consequences. According to Gallup, a mere 30% of American workers are engaged in their work environment, with managers being responsible for at least 70% of the differences between motivated and unmotivated employees. Despite leaders starting their careers with noble intentions, many end up unintentionally leading their teams in a manner that hinders performance. This often stems from a lack of proper training, development, or understanding of their role.",
  "summary": "While research from Pew finds that most people like their bosses, about one in five give their direct managers low ratings and that can have a significant impact. Gallup reports that only 30% of American workers are engaged in their workplace and that managers account for at least 70% of the variance between motivated and unmotivated employees. Yet leaders begin their roles with the best of…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}