Question:
I recently became the boss of my own company, and I am not sure what kind of management style to adopt in the office. Is it safe to leave my employees to their own devices, or should I constantly check on them in person?
Answer:
One stereotypical idea of a micromanaging boss is a busybody who pokes his or her nose (and hands) into everyone else’s business.
Being the boss of your own company (especially if it’s your first time), can entail considerable stress and insecurity. It is understandable if you experience an overwhelming need to monitor or even dictate how your employees work – but keep in mind that it’s easy to overdo this and create a huge backlash.