BAUU 25 - Helicopter Management: How To Empower and Avoid Micromanaging
Rick Yvanovich FCMA CGMA FCPA MSc CCMP CCMC CBC
Certified Chief Master coach, entrepreneur, author, and speaker | Bridging technology, accounting, and people, I’m a catalyst inspiring human transformation for consistently higher achievement.
In this issue 25, we focus on helicopter management and how to empower your team without micromanaging.
The format for this edition is:
I'll only share the underlying TL;DR if you ask. If you have a problem you want a TL;DR solution, let's hear about it in the comments.
"Trust is the highest form of human motivation. It brings out the very best in people." (Stephen R. Covey)
Problem
Helicopter management, where leaders excessively oversee their teams, can stifle creativity, diminish trust, and hinder productivity. While the intent may be to ensure success, the result often leads to disengagement and a lack of autonomy among team members.?
How can leaders balance providing guidance and allowing their teams the freedom to thrive independently?
"Micromanagement is the destroyer of momentum." (Rick Yvanovich)
TL;DR Solution
The answer is F.R.E.E.D.O.M. – a framework designed to help leaders empower their teams while avoiding the pitfalls of micromanagement.
F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Framework:
F = Foster Trust
Best Practice: Build a foundation of trust through transparency and reliability.
Practice: Communicate openly, keep promises, and support your team.
Impact: Establishes a strong trust base that encourages team autonomy.
R = Recognise Strengths
Best Practice: Identify and leverage the strengths of each team member.
Practice: Assign tasks based on individual strengths and provide opportunities for growth.
Impact: Utilises the full potential of each team member and boosts morale.
E = Empower Decision-Making
Best Practice: Encourage team members to make decisions within their areas of expertise.
Practice: Provide the necessary resources and authority for decision-making.
Impact: Increases ownership and accountability among team members.
E = Establish Clear Expectations
Best Practice: Set clear goals and expectations for your team.
Practice: Use SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals to provide direction.
Impact: Ensures alignment and clarity, reducing the need for constant oversight.
D = Delegate Effectively
Best Practice: Delegate tasks appropriately to leverage team capabilities.
Practice: Match tasks to skills and provide the right level of support.
Impact: Enhances productivity and allows leaders to focus on strategic priorities.
O = Offer Support, Not Control
Best Practice: Provide support and resources without taking over.
Practice: Be available for guidance but refrain from dictating how tasks should be done.
Impact: Promotes independence and fosters a sense of responsibility.
M = Monitor Progress Without Micromanaging
Best Practice: Use check-ins and progress reports to stay informed.
Practice: Schedule regular updates but avoid constant monitoring.
Impact: Balances oversight with autonomy, maintaining momentum without stifling creativity.
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"The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint to keep from meddling with them while they do it." (Theodore Roosevelt)
Try This – Practical Steps for Empowering Your Team:
1 - Conduct Trust-Building Activities
Action: Organise team-building exercises and transparent communication sessions.
Frequency: Monthly
Impact: Strengthens trust and fosters a collaborative environment.
2 - Strengths-Based Task Assignment
Action: Evaluate team members' strengths and assign tasks accordingly.
Frequency: Quarterly reviews
Impact: Utilises the full potential of each team member and boosts morale.
3 - Empower Decision-Making Workshops
Action: Hold workshops to train team members in effective decision-making.
Frequency: Bi-annually
Impact: Increases ownership and accountability among team members.
4 - Set and Review SMART Goals
Action: Establish and regularly review SMART goals for all projects.
Frequency: Monthly goal-setting sessions
Impact: Ensures alignment and clarity, reducing the need for constant oversight.
5 - Effective Delegation Training
Action: Provide training on effective delegation techniques.
Frequency: Annually
Impact: Enhances productivity and allows leaders to focus on strategic priorities.
6 - Support Without Control
Action: Create a support system where team members can seek advice without feeling controlled.
Frequency: Ongoing
Impact: Promotes independence and fosters a sense of responsibility.
7 - Regular Check-ins
Action: Schedule regular check-ins to monitor progress and provide feedback.
Frequency: Weekly
Impact: Balances oversight with autonomy, maintaining momentum without stifling creativity.
"Empowerment isn't about giving people power; it's about giving people the freedom to use the power they already have." (Rick Yvanovich)
It’s a Wrap
That's it for today, see you next week. Comment, follow, like, and share this Newsletter.
As always, be happy, healthy, joyful, and wealthy.
/Rick
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