Micromanagement refers to a management style where the managers pay minute and detailed attention to the work of their subordinates. Micromanagement is an approach that is sometimes used in negative terms as it is restrictive. Signs of a Leader who Micromanages 1. Do not divulge information to their subordinates 2. Takes charge in an erratic pattern 3. Do not compliment the workforce on work well done 4. Do not recognize the extra effort of an employee 5. Do not believe in delegation 6. Do not ask for the opinions of others especially subordinates 7. Keep on reminding the employees of their weaknesses 8. Employees are not allowed to express themselves Causes of Micromanagement / Why do Leaders Micromanage? - Extreme onus on details - Emotionally not secure - Do not believe that besides themselves anyone will be able to work properly - Long delays - Want to stay in charge - Instability in their position Effects of Micromanagement - The backlash from employee to employee - The backlash from manager to employee - Hurts relationships and trust - Prevents solid teamwork How to Transform Micromanagers into Likeable Leaders 1. Be genuine and speak passionately 2. Accept mistakes 3. Listen before speaking 4. Share the limelight 5. Be humble and ask for help if required 6. Be approachable Benefits of Micromanagers - Micromanagers work closely with subordinates and are aware of every minute detail happening in the organization. - Focused on details and can foresee and predict future happenings accurately. - Can avoid potential setbacks. - Wants their employees to come out of their comfort zone and do their best. - Empathize naturally. - Assigns task as per the strengths and weakness of the employees as they are aware of every detail. Examples 1. Steve Jobs 2. Elon Musk 3. Jeff Immelt 4. Jack Welsh This video is on Micromanagement and it has the following sub-topics. Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction 00:20 Definition of Micromanagement 01:00 Signs of a Leader who Micromanages 01:35 Causes of Micromanagement 02:00 Effects of Micromanagement 02:21 How to Transform Micromanagers into Likeable Leaders 02:47 Benefits of Micromanagers 03:32 Micromanagement Examples This video Belongs to the following playlist on Management.