Micro management in project management

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===What is Micro mangenment===
 
===What is Micro mangenment===
"The act of controlling every part of a situation, including small details" <ref>"micromanagement." Cambridge English Dictionary, Cambridge University Press, 2021, https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/micromanagement. </ref>
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Micro-management is a management style where a manager or project manager exerts excessive control over their team, often getting involved in even the smallest of tasks. According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, micro-management is "the act of controlling every part of a situation, including small details." <ref>"micromanagement." Cambridge English Dictionary, Cambridge University Press, 2021, https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/micromanagement. </ref>While some may see micro-management to ensure high levels of productivity and quality, it can have a negative impact on employee morale and creativity.
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In regards to project management, especially, employee morale in the area and the possible lack of creativity can have a huge impact on the solution space of a project.
  
 
===Why is it important to know abound===
 
===Why is it important to know abound===

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Abstract

This article will go into detail abound micro-management in project management, and which negative effects it can have on project success. Everybody knows the term micro-management and that it can seriously affect many factors in the workplace and thereby also in project management. “79% have experienced micromanagement from their current or past managers.” [1] This meant that even if a team leader or manager thinks that they are not micromanaging there is still a high chance that it’s still happening. Therefore it’s important for all team leaders and members to know abound micromanagement and its negative impacts. Which includes reduced team morale, decreased motivation, increased stress levels, and a less successful project result. To avoid micro-management, project managers should strike a balance between control and autonomy and whit this delegate responsibilities, thereby boosting team innovation. By considering the four perspectives of project management (Purpose, People, Complexity, and Uncertainty), this article will give project managers can gain a more comprehensive understanding of the impact of micro-management and what tools can be used to avoid Micromanagement.


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Intro

Definition of micro management

What is Micro mangenment

Micro-management is a management style where a manager or project manager exerts excessive control over their team, often getting involved in even the smallest of tasks. According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, micro-management is "the act of controlling every part of a situation, including small details." [2]While some may see micro-management to ensure high levels of productivity and quality, it can have a negative impact on employee morale and creativity. In regards to project management, especially, employee morale in the area and the possible lack of creativity can have a huge impact on the solution space of a project.

Why is it important to know abound

The negative impact of micro management

team morale

motivation

project progress

project efficiency

project success

The need for a balance between control and autonomy in project management

Strategies and tools for avoiding micro management

delegating responsibilities

establishing performance metrics

clear communication

The importance of empowering team members and promoting creativity and innovation

The role of trust and transparency in avoiding micro management

The impact of micro-management on the four perspectives of project management (Purpose, People, Complexity, and Uncertainty)

Best practices for avoiding micro-management

References

  1. Chambers, Harry E. My way or the highway: The micromanagement survival guide. Vol. 13. ReadHowYouWant. com, 2009.
  2. "micromanagement." Cambridge English Dictionary, Cambridge University Press, 2021, https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/micromanagement.
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