Kellermans Types of Bad LDSP

Incompetent Leader

The leader and at least some followers lack the will or skill to sustain effective action. With regard to at least one important leadership challenge, they do not create positive change.

Rigid Leader

The leader and at least some followers are stiff and unyielding. Although they may be competent, they are unable or unwilling to adapt to new ideas, new information, or changing times.

Intemperate Leader

The leader lacks self-control and is aided and abetted by followers who are unwilling or unable effectively to intervene.

Callous Leaders

The leader and at least some followers are uncaring or unkind. Ignored or discounted are the needs, wants, and wishes of most members of the group or organization, especially subordinates.

Corrupt Leaders

The leader and at least some followers lie, cheat, or steal. To a degree that exceeds the norm, they put self-interest ahead of the public interest.

Insular Leaders

The leader and at least some followers minimize or disregard the health and welfare of “the other” - that is, those outside the group or organization for which they are directly responsible.

Evil Leaders

The leader and at least some followers commit atrocities. They use pain as an instrument of power. The harm done to men, women, and children is severe rather than slight. The harm can be physical, psychological, or both.