147: Three signs you’re micromanaging (and how to stop)

Are you micromanaging without realizing it? In this special episode, I share a guest appearance on the How to Be Awesome at Your Job podcast, where we explore how to spot the signs of micromanagement and take steps to overcome it.

Key Topics Covered:

• Too Many Meetings? [0:00]
  How being in every meeting could be holding your team back.
• Decision Overload [6:12]
  Why making every decision for your team stifles their growth—and your time.
• Delegating Done Right [12:45]
  Tips to empower your team while staying informed and involved.

If micromanaging feels familiar, tune in to learn actionable strategies that help you manage smarter and give your team the freedom to thrive.

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Reach out at hello@leahgarvin.com, or share my info with your decision maker to make team management easier—and way more fun.

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