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Mamaearth Co-Founder: 'Employees Leave Managers, Not Companies'

Alagh reveals that 'employees don't leave companies, they leave managers.' She shares eight types of challenging managers and emphasizes the importance of everyday leadership in retention.

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Mamaearth Co-Founder: 'Employees Leave Managers, Not Companies'

Mamaearth co-founder Ghazal Alagh has shared insights into employee attrition, emphasizing the critical role of managers in retention. She believes that great talent leaves not due to work or company mission, but because of their experiences with managers.

Alagh suggests focusing on everyday leadership moments to cultivate a robust company culture and enhance employee retention. She argues that steadfast leadership grounded in trust and respect is paramount, not merely perks or policy alterations. Alagh has identified eight types of managers that high performers find challenging to work with. These include the Micromanager, Credit Taker, Ghost, Volcano, Information Hoarder, Never-Satisfied, Favoritist, and Risk-Free Boss. Alagh asserts that 'Employees don't leave companies, they leave managers.' However, the names of the specific managers identified at Mamaearth remain confidential.

Ghazal Alagh's insights underscore the significance of effective management in employee retention. By comprehending and addressing the challenges posed by diverse management styles, companies can bolster their culture and mitigate attrition.

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