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[Lifehack.org]( Micromanagement Micromanagement behaviors are the result of managers' lack of management experience and desire for complete control. [Share today's tip with a friend.]( Hi there, Do you get anxious when your manager is constantly watching you? I've felt this way before, and it's not a pleasant feeling.... During my summer break as a student, I worked part-time as a waiter in a restaurant. The manager would criticize employees for not performing tasks as well as he did; even simple customer requests required his approval.... And he kept a close eye on everything we did, making it difficult for the team to work efficiently. Despite our best efforts to follow instructions and provide timely updates, we were unable to meet the manager's high expectations.... And he seemed to prefer doing everything himself rather than delegating to us. Some waiters simply gave up trying to serve customers. And I quit working there when my summer break ended. I now understand that people micromanage for plenty of reasons. Sometimes it's because they're inexperienced managers who don't know how to put their employees in charge. Other times, they are afraid of losing control and believe it is safer to do everything themselves. According to LeadershipIQâs online test "Are You Motivated By Power Or Achievement?" - 48% of bosses want to be seen as experts and authority figures - approximately 41% of leaders crave power Their desire for power and expertise can lead to micromanagement behaviors as these managers try to show off their dominance and knowledge. So, how do we deal with a micromanager? It's important to remember that showing our emotions of irritation or annoyance will only trigger them more. Instead, we should seek common ground and cultivate a collaborative and respectful working relationship. Taking a proactive and solution-oriented approach to micromanagement can help us in navigating the challenges of micromanagement and contribute to a more positive work environment. And I've written a comprehensive guide on how to do just thatâ¦. [How to Deal with a Micromanager â]( Working with micromanagers can be frustrating and stressful, but we can surely learn to deal with them in a productive and positive way. I hope you find the guide useful! Cheers,
Leon
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