Micro-management: a practice whereby a manager stands permanently behind a worker's back, checking their every step. Micro-management is understandable (and necessary) when training a new employee or onboarding a new hire, but if it involves experienced workers who do not need it, it can have negative impact on the trust, productivity and confidence of the given employee. Here are five signs that may indicate you have a problem with excessive micro-management of subordinate employees.
