Comment by phendrenad2

Leetcode isn't programming. Leetcode is pattern-matching which rote-memorized algorithm will solve a problem in the expected time/space. If you want to get better at programming, find some side projects you're passionate about and make time to work on them (if you can). If you want to get better at leetcode, force yourself to do them N hours per day. If you find both of these distasteful, you'll have trouble in your dev career, and might find management more enjoyable.