WSJ.com discusses and shares stories about micromanagers in an article by Cari Tuna “Micromanagers Miss Bull’s-Eye“. Article also highlights the following tips for current micromanagers to loosen control:
- Clearly articulate expectations
- Focus on hiring and placement of subordinates
- Give employees decision-making power
- Encourage questions and suggestions
- Offer constructive feedback
- Don’t grab the reins at the first sign of trouble
Here are two additional articles on this topic from the kitetail blog.
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