Why Leaders Should Encourage Employee Autonomy_____________________Micromanaging can look a lot like paternalistic leadership.
Despite all we’ve written on the subject over the years, micromanagement continues to plague organizations everywhere, and at some point in your career, it’s likely you’ve experienced some form of it.
While it’s not every manager’s intention to adopt this notorious style of fear-based leadership, many find it hard to release their grip or struggle to grant full employee autonomy. Whatever the reason, the result is always the same: unmotivated and disengaged workers.
Employee autonomy doesn’t just empower your people to do their best work, it taps into a deeper, more personal motivation that surpasses what external rewards, like money, can offer. This leads to passionate employees that are more creative, confident, and productive, which in turn leads to more successful businesses with a better bottom line.
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