Stop Being Micromanaged

How to get a meddling boss off your back.by Amy Gallo

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No one likes a boss who excessively scrutinizes work and constantly checks in. Not only is this micromanaging behavior annoying but it can also stunt your professional growth. But even if you have a controlling boss, you don’t have to suffer. By assuaging a micromanager’s stress, you may be able to secure the autonomy you need to get your work done and advance your career.

What the Experts Say

Micromanagers abound in today’s organizations, but typically, being overly controlling has nothing to do with performance. “It’s more about your boss’s level of internal anxiety ...

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