EP 92. Signs You’re Micromanaging (And What to Do About It)
Lead with Less · Tash Pieterse
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Show Notes
Micromanaging? No one wants to admit it but if your team can’t make a move without you, it might be happening.
In this episode, I’m sharing the real signs of micromanagement that many new (and not-so-new) leaders fall into without realising.
From being involved in every decision to accidentally holding your team back, these habits can quickly drain performance and trust.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How micromanagement shows up in your day to day (even when it feels helpful)
- The difference between active management and micromanagement
- The 4-part system to lead without hovering or hand-holding
- What to do when your team is capable but you’re holding on too tight
- Why micromanagement slows your growth and theirs
If you’re worried you might be micromanaging or you just want help building more trust and autonomy in your team, send me a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn. You don’t have to figure it out on your own.
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