I’m a newly hired department head at a small family business with over 200 workers. The matriarch is the chief executive officer (CEO). The problem is that she requires every petty cash disbursement ...

One of the great debates in leadership is how much managing is too much. Psychologists argue micromanagement is harmful, saying it stifles creativity, dampens motivation, and reduces productivity.

That would be micromanaging them ... strategically micro-managing certain aspects of the business. Related: What Is Founder Mode? Here's Why the Phrase Is Everywhere This Week.

“Anxiety and lack of confidence often underpin micro-managing.” That’s an important reminder that we shouldn’t beat ourselves up if we start micromanaging. What’s vital, though, is ...