The Harvard Business Review published a list of traits that will derail a leader.   Here they are: Lack energy and enthusiasm. They see new initiatives as a burden, rarely volunteer, and fear being overwhelmed. One such leader was described as having the ability to “suck all the energy out of any room.” Accept their own mediocre performance. They overstate the difficulty of reaching targets so that they look good when they achieve them. They live by the mantra “Underpromise and overdeliver.” Lack clear vision and direction. They believe their only job is to execute. Like a hiker who sticks close to the trail, they’re fine until they come to a fork. Have poor judgment. They make decisions that colleagues and subordinates consider to be not in the organization’s best interests. Don’t collaborate. They avoid peers, act independently, and view other leaders as competitors. As a result, they are set adrift…