3 fundamental pitfalls a leader can fall into if they're not careful

No one said leading was easy. Not only are leaders supposed to motivate individuals, they are also there to inspire, to direct, to manage, to be the good and bad guy — and of course to deliver.

A lot rides on a leader. And with all the rewards, there consequently comes a lot of drawbacks and pitfalls. So for any leaders concerned, help is at hand: enter leadership and management coach Chris Hallberg.

In Hallberg's "The Business Sergeant's Field Manual," the leadership coach breaks down key details on what it takes to thrive as a leader — also highlighting the dangers that can lie ahead.