The Bad Manager Podcast

You thought you had it figured out. The plan was solid. The direction felt right. But somewhere along the way, it broke—and now you’re forced to face a hard truth: having the map isn’t the same as knowing how to read it. In this episode of  The Bad Manager Podcast , Kevin Hooper breaks down one of the most overlooked leadership failures—confidence without true understanding. This isn’t about makin...

Most leaders think they have a talent problem. “They’re not motivated.” “They don’t want to grow.” “They’re not hungry enough.” But what if that’s not the truth? What if the real issue is how you define value as a leader? In this episode of The Bad Manager Podcast , Kevin Hooper breaks down a leadership mindset that’s quietly damaging teams—operating in absolutes. When leaders believe that growth...

We’ve been told for years that speaking your mind is a sign of strength. But what happens when you’re wrong… and still speaking? In this episode of  The Bad Manager Podcast , Kevin Hooper breaks down the hidden cost of unfiltered communication in leadership. Confidence without awareness isn’t leadership—it’s exposure. And when leaders speak too early, too loud, or without enough information, they...

When the stakes rise and the room shifts, your team stops listening to what you say and starts watching what you do. In those moments, hesitation, silence, and indecision aren’t neutral—they’re leadership signals. In this episode of The Bad Manager Podcast, Kevin Hooper breaks down what really happens when pressure hits. He challenges the idea of “thriving under pressure” and exposes the differenc...

You’re still calling it burnout. But nothing changed. Same workload. Same pressure. Same expectations. Same noise. So the real question is—are you actually burnt out… or are you still carrying things that don’t belong to you? In Part 2 of this series, Kevin Hooper breaks down what leaders are really feeling when they say they’re “burnt out”—confusion, frustration, anger, and the pressure of being...

You’re not burned out. You’re always plugged in—and it’s costing you more than you think. In this episode of the Bad Manager Podcast, we build on this week’s Train With Hoop blog and take it further—breaking down what it actually looks like when leaders are constantly engaged, mentally overloaded, and disconnected from what matters most. This isn’t about work-life balance. It’s about control. We g...

Episode 1: Welcome to The Bad Manager Podcast Welcome to  The Bad Manager Podcast. This isn’t about calling people out—it’s about building better leaders. Too many managers step into leadership roles without ever being taught how to lead. They’re expected to figure it out on the fly, under pressure, and without a foundation. That’s where mistakes happen. That’s where trust breaks down. That’s wher...

After a pause,  The Bad Manager Podcast  is back. This episode isn’t about pretending nothing happened—it’s about why this podcast matters now more than ever. Too many leaders are stepping into roles without ever being taught how to lead people. They’re expected to figure it out in real time, under pressure, and without a foundation. That’s where things break down. In this return episode, Kevin Ho...

Welcome back to another episode of "The Bad Manager Podcast"! Hosted by Kevin Hooper, where we dive headfirst into the turbulent waters of management mishaps and leadership blunders. Get ready, folks, because it's time for another enlightening edition of the "5 Min Break Series"! In this week's bite-sized installment, we're going int the world of leadership and the...

Episode notes.  In this quick 5-minute bonus episode of The Bad Manager Podcast , host Kevin Hooper explores the often overlooked aspects of what we truly gain from our jobs. Beyond the paycheck, what else can we uncover, is there a hidden treasures of personal growth, skill development, and meaningful connections that can transform our careers and lives. Join us for an inspiring and empowering jo...

Welcome to "The Bad Manager Podcast" with your host, Kevin Hooper. In this empowering episode, we dive deep into the challenging topic of leaving a toxic work environment. Join us as we explore the signs of a toxic workplace, its detrimental impact on mental health, and the crucial importance of prioritizing your well-being. Through a poignant personal story, Kevin sheds light on the jou...

Welcome to "The Bad Manager Podcast," where we tackle the challenges of the workplace and strive to transform ineffective leadership into inspiring management. In this episode, we dive into the universal struggle of Monday blues and explore strategies to make your Mondays not only bearable but enjoyable. Episode notes.  *** Check us out 👇🏾 ** http://www.thebadmangerpodcast.com GO SUBSC...

In this episode we'll be diving deep into the world of tactical leadership by addressing the burning questions from our amazing audience.  As always, our aim is to equip our listeners with practical insights and strategies that can be applied to their own leadership journeys. We believe in the power of collective wisdom, and what better way to tap into that than by addressing the questions and...

Welcome to The Bad Manager Podcast, where we explore strategies and insights to help you become a better leader. This is a podcast by Kevin Hooper, a tactical leadership coach with a specialization in incident command and conflict management. With over 20 years of experience in various leadership roles, " Hoop" developed a passion for helping individuals and teams reach their full potent...

We continue our look at how we can learn leadership styles from superheroes and villains. Welcome to "The Bad Manager Podcast", the ultimate podcast for new leaders in both the private and public sectors. Hosted by Kevin Hooper, this show is designed to help you succeed during your first few years of leadership. Whether you're a new manager, supervisor, or executive, this podcast pro...

Both leaders and aircraft share an important element and that is "speed". In the case of a leader, the ability to make decisions quickly and respond to changing circumstances can be the difference between success and failure. Similarly, an aircraft's ability to achieve and maintain high speeds is essential to its performance and safety. In both cases, a focus on speed requires careful planning, pr...

Poor Morale can be a dream killer and no one likes to admit it. In this episode, will give you the five steps to addressing the morale issues at your location. If you’re interested in learning more on how to be the leader, you need to be for your organization visit us at www.trainwithhoop.com and be sure to check out our resources page for some book recommendations that might help you along in you...

The ability to see allows us to know where we’re going. What would happen if we didn’t have site? Would you still know where you’re going and would you be successful in your journey. In this episode come explore with us and let’s find out.

This episode starts out the year giving a quick motivational message to those who are ready to give 2023 their best effort.

This is a Podcast where we explore ideas and leadership styles to make you a successful leader in the government/corporate management structure.