An overview of micromanagement

Micromanagement, characterized by excessive monitoring and control over team members, can severely hinder productivity and morale by creating an environment of mistrust and resentment. Often driven by a lack of trust or external pressures, micromanagers may not realize the negative impact of their behavior, which can lead to diminished team performance and increased employee turnover. The text illustrates this through a personal story where a micromanaging CPO disrupted a team's workflow, leading to frustration and the potential resignation of a team member. To mitigate the effects of micromanagement, establishing clear agreements and communication channels is crucial; this allows team members to work independently while managers hold them accountable for results rather than task minutiae. The text emphasizes that open feedback and collaboration are key to transforming micromanagers into supportive leaders, as micromanagement should have no place even in high-pressure situations.