Montpelier Vermont City Council Member Dr. Pelin Kohn: 5 Lessons I Learned From an Amazing Or Terrible Boss

<blockquote> Avoid being a know-it-all: A terrible boss who knows everything likely inhibits creativity and discourages input from others. Leadership requires collaboration with experts and the value of team members’ expertise. It is important to recognize that no one person has all the answers and that collective knowledge can lead to better solutions. Negative leadership experiences can sometimes teach valuable lessons. Trust, inclusivity, mentorship, a growth mindset, and collaboration with experts can all be learned from terrible bosses. To create a more positive and effective leadership style that fosters personal growth and a healthier work environment, I have applied these lessons in my own leadership journey. </blockquote> Leadership shapes us in ways we often don’t fully recognize until later in our lives. Good bosses can inspire, motivate, and foster growth, while difficult bosses can teach resilience, grit, and patience. Both experiences are equally valuable in molding our professional journey. Every leader brings their own set of strengths, weaknesses, and lessons. Whether you’ve had the privilege of working under a phenomenal leader or faced challenges with a less-than-supportive boss, there are undoubtedly lessons that have left a lasting impression. In this interview series, we are talking to entrepreneurs, business leaders, industry professionals, and anyone with a compelling story to share about the lessons they’ve learned from either a remarkable or challenging boss. As a part of this interview series, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Pelin Kohn. Dr. Pelin Kohn is a college-level leadership educator and administrator. As an experienced leader with over 20 years of experience… <a href="https://medium.com/authority-magazine/montpelier-vermont-city-council-member-dr-pelin-kohn-5-lessons-i-learned-from-an-amazing-or-terri-e3946518772c">Learn More</a>