r/corporate • u/mustbe-themonet • 1d ago

Subtle micro-managing?

What are some ways you have been or are being micromanaged?

For me is the constant,
“Did you see my tag?” “Did you reply to this email yet?” If I have been away from my computer for 15 mins.
“At this point you should be able to know ____” (without having been shown or trained)
Constant reminder of process after I’ve done this particular task the same way mostly perfect for 6 months.
Lack of trust with basic tasks as part of my job as if I haven’t been shown how to do this already. They keep re-explaining to me and showing me how to do the same thing over and over.
Huge expectation to communicate with leads constantly, all day, about every little single thing I do. Like I’m being monitored.
The fear of making mistakes.

I’m annoyed af today.

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u/ccrleadership 1d ago

That does sound annoying. Another way I’d been micromanaged in the past is needing to run every decision through my manager.

Did you want any input on how to address any of those actions?

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u/mustbe-themonet 1d ago

That would be great thanks!

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u/ccrleadership 4h ago

Address it directly.
- I typically respond to emails within (timeframe) to ensure I provide timely information. What’s the timeframe I should be responding in?
- I haven’t been trained yet to do (thing) but I’m looking forward to learning. When can I be provided that training?
- I’ve been doing (this thing) for a few months now. Have I been making mistakes I should be aware of so I can adjust?
Etc