79% of people have experienced micromanagement. And 69% consider changing jobs because of it: Here are 25 negative behaviours your micromanager boss does and how to stop them: 1. Constantly Checking on Your Progress 2. Not Delegating Tasks 3. Over-Instructing 4. Requiring Frequent Updates 5. Correcting Every Detail 6. Not Trusting Your Abilities 7. Redoing Your Work 8. Being Involved in Every Decision 9. Focusing on How Tasks are Done 10. Excessive Control 11. Not Listening to Your Input 12. Setting Unrealistic Expectations 13. Micromanaging Communication 14. Demanding Immediate Responses 15. Restricting Creativity 16. Hovering Over You While You Work 17. Making All the Plans 18. Monitoring Attendance Closely 19. Imposing Strict Procedures 20. Criticizing Instead of Coaching 21. Setting Tight Controls on Resources 22. Obsessing Over Perfection 23. Ignoring Team Morale 24. Micromanaging Client Interactions 25. Overloading with Work Oh, and if you're a 'boss', use this as a checklist to help you become a better leader. Repost to empower your network. Follow Leaders of the People for more like this. And subscribe to our newsletter at https://lnkd.in/eH75w9mZ --- Supported by Atomic Ambition. Define Your Next Career Move & Build the Roadmap to Achieve It An 8 week live program with Mostyn Wilson: - Clarify your next career move – whether in corporate or as a solopreneur. - Develop a clear roadmap to achieve it. - Break free from feeling stuck and take confident next steps. - Join a supportive, high-achieving community. Use discount code ‘LEADERS’ for $200 off: https://lnkd.in/erczR4KN
This checklist is a valuable resource for both employees and bosses to improve their leadership skills and create a positive work environment.
Micromanaging isn't just annoying~ it's counterproductive. Time to trust the team!
Micromanagement is exhausting – for everyone involved. Years ago, I thought being involved in every detail made me a better leader. It didn’t. It frustrated my team and created more work for me. The breakthrough is trust – not so much that you let go entirely, but stepping back strategically. When you delegate effectively, you empower your team to grow, innovate, and succeed without constant oversight. I really like the practical tips for what to say when you're on the receiving end of micromanagement, Leaders of the People.
For employees, don’t be afraid to have open conversations with your manager about how micromanagement is affecting your work and well-being.
Micromanagement can really stifle creativity and motivation, Leaders of the People Trust and empowerment are key to effective leadership.
When you set unrealistic expectations, it creates stress fo your team and leads to underperformance.
Stepping back and focusing on outcomes helps build trust. Empowering others can yield better results, Leaders of the People.
Micromanagement is a signal that you don't TRUST your team. Thank you for your insights, Leaders of the People🙌
Micromanagement hampers creativity and lowers morale, Leaders of the People. This builds trust, increases efficiency, and fosters a positive work environment.
Micromanagement kills trust, creativity, and team morale. So why does it happen? Often, it’s driven by fear – fear that the work won’t meet expectations or that letting go means losing control. But when you let go strategically, your team actually grows stronger, and does better work. The trick is to start small. Delegate one task without intervening. Focus your energy on outcomes, not processes. And remember that trust is built when people feel empowered to succeed. And if you're on the receiving end of micromanagement, these phrases are a great way to push back. Thanks for sharing them, Leaders of the People!