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The People Who Want to Be Managers Most May Actually Be the Worst at It
HR Dive - Latest News·Tuesday, 9 June 2026
A study found that people who eagerly seek out managerial positions may be the least suited for those roles. The research also found that good managers may matter more to a company's overall success than the combined skills of their entire team. Not everyone who wants the job should get it.
Why It Matters
This matters for anyone who manages people — or is managed by someone. How companies pick their managers has a huge ripple effect on everyone who works under them.
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