This forum has a lot of (justifiable) issues with horrible bosses. I count myself as one of them. My last job I was promoted to manager and has several people reporting to me. I realized pretty quick I was bad at it. I avoided conflict and took a laissez faire approach to management, giving too little guidance and feedback.
My current job manages no one and I enjoy it so much better. I did my staff a disservice when I managed them, but I recognize this. I don’t really want to move into management again. I’m happy being told what to do.
So other managers out there: when did you realize you were ill-suited for the job and how did you fix it?