Micromanagement: Page 4
The Value of Butting Out: How to Stop Micromanaging
With better access to information, the hovering micromanager who needs to direct every employee action and check in on every decision has no role.
Quiz: Are You a Micromanager? (Infographic)
Find out if you're the dreaded control freak boss bullying your office, in 10 quick and very telling questions.
7 Ways Toxic Managers Stifle Employee Motivation and Productivity
Collaboration, communication and respect are the modern management norm but not every boss has gotten the memo.
These 5 Leadership Styles Have Never Worked for Anybody
Some people are born leaders but most of us have to learn. It's easier if you skip the stuff proven not to work.
The 3 Ways Leadership Is the Opposite of What Most People Think
Leaders don't succeed by barking orders and imposing their will but by delegating, trusting and taking responsibility.
5 Lessons Golf Teaches About How to Succeed at Your Business
There is no such thing as a perfect round of golf, just like there has never been a business that went flawlessly from launch to profitability.
You're Actually Hurting Your Business With These 5 'Productive' Habits
Are your productivity hacks really making you better? Many are myths that are actually holding you back.
Build a Culture of Ownership at Your Company
Every startup has two types of employees. Here's the type your business needs.
Entrepreneurs, Have No Fear of Trusting Your Employees
You weren't afraid of risk when you launched your business, now take the risk of trusting your team to help you grow it.
6 Alternatives to Micromanaging Employees
Communicating goals and letting everyone know how their work contributes reduces the need to micromanage.
The 3-Step Cure for Micromanagement
Learn to let go safely by putting the proper infrastructure in place -- your business depends on it.
3 Traits Entrepreneurs Need But Probably Weren't Born With
Entrepreneurs are natural control freaks who love change and want it done yesterday. That isn't so helpful for building a business.
The Co-Founder Behind Gay Social App Grindr Opens Up About Success, Sanity and Happiness
Even when entrepreneurs have what many would deem overnight success, they still question their abilities and doubts ensue on whether they are good enough for success.
When It's Appropriate to Micromanage
There is a fine line between being effectively hands-on and micromanaging. Here's when to get more involved.
When Ego Is the Enemy
Overconfident big mouths are not just bores at parties; they can harm your business