emotional micromanagement

12 Aug, 2022

Examples of Micromanagement and Emotional Micromanagement

Classic micromanagement:

They demand to be copied on every email, even when it’s irrelevant.
They refuse to delegate even the smallest tasks.
They constantly monitor where employees are: at desks, online, even bathroom breaks.
They ask for updates on every minor task and obsess over deadlines.
They never ask for input from others.
They enjoy correcting tiny mistakes in other people's work.
They overanalyze even the lowest-priority tasks.
They are never satisfied with anything employees do.

They force themselves into all casual conversations.
They organize team activities and off-sites to build a "family" feeling.
They constantly check on employee emotions, believing it's their job to fix them.
They demand frequent updates about feelings and personal issues.
They act as unasked-for coaches and psychologists, pushing employees to "find their passion".
They take pleasure in correcting how others manage mental health or soft skills.
They will OKR your personal life: "When was the last time you saw your mom? How did it make you feel? Can I help you? Let me help you!.
They are never satisfied with your well-being. yYu must grind harder, achieve more, smile wider.