Is Micromanagement All Bad?
I once believed micromanagement was all bad.
But then, I realized something unexpected. In certain scenarios, it can actually be a powerful tool.
Imagine having a frontrow seat to the inner workings of your team. This level of involvement doesn't just illuminate details. It reveals untapped potential. Like a magnifying glass, it sharpens clarity.
The team was floundering when I was leading a company as a CEO. There was a disconnect between goals and execution; hence, results deteriorated year by year.
I decided to dive deep, observing every step of the process. This wasn't about control. It was about understanding.
Here’s what happened:
I identified inefficiencies that were invisible from afar.
I uncovered a hidden talents in the company.
We recalibrated our approach and boosted profitability.
The outcome? Results improved. We were aligned and driven by being on the same page.
I learned to call micromanagement microtransparency. It was like taking a microscope to understand what hindered our organism (company) from flourishing. Microstransparency can be beneficial when applied and communicated well:
High Transparency: It builds bridges where gaps exist.
It fosters mentorship and skill development.
It ignites innovation by challenging the status quo.
You can not advance football team by looking just at the scoreboard (PowerPoint for managers:). You need to understand how well are the players playing the ball.
The key is balance. Use microtransparency to understand, not to control. Guide your team, don't stifle them.
As leaders, we must sometimes roll up our sleeves and get involved. But always remember to step back at the right moment and let your team thrive on their own.
Microtransparency