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The challenge of taking over from an incompetent team leader
Becoming the leader of an existing team can be challenging, but taking over from an incompetent leader is more difficult.
Saturday 12 September 2026
Business advice to help you grow your SME and small & medium sized company and help you grow your company
Becoming the leader of an existing team can be challenging, but taking over from an incompetent leader is more difficult.
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