Leaders really need to learn

I was reading the business section of a local newspaper which I seldom do, it dawned on me that perhaps one of the reasons why we are facing so much of bad results in our business or organization operations is because our leaders or decision makes do not listen to those who are below them. Perhaps this should not be generalized, but I think Asian leaders are more susceptible to this flaw because of our culture where respect is automatically given and demanded from once you are placed in the position of leadership. I am not saying that leaders should just do what is popular with the crowd, but they seriously need to learn how to listen to the feedback of those who are actually on the ground, be it their employees or customers.