Micromanagement often comes from a place of good intentions – but the impact on your team can be profound. A micromanager doesn’t just oversee the details—they unintentionally: ? Erode trust among employees. ? Cripple creativity and initiative. ? Drive away your top talent. As a founder, CEO, or leader, investing in?trust over control?is the key to unlocking your team’s true potential. When you show your employees that you believe in them, you don’t have to demand excellence—it happens naturally. They will want to prove that trust right every day. Let go of control. Empower your team. Trust them to take the reins—and watch them flourish. What’s the biggest shift you’ve made in leadership that helped your team thrive?
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A micromanager is someone you pay to: ??Lose the trust of employees. ??Stifle initiative and creativity. ??Drive top talent to seek opportunities elsewhere. The solution? Invest in trust over control. When your team knows you believe in them, they won’t just stay; they’ll give their best every single day. You won't even have to ask. When great managers show trust, great employees are motivated to prove that trust right. So, let go of control and empower your team. ?? Repost if this resonates with you. ?? And follow me, Victoria Repa, for more.