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This Working Life

Program: Are you being micromanaged? Here’s how to break free

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The junior person feels like they’re being micromanaged, but the manager feels like the job is not being done properly. When does good supervision tip into micromanagement?

Shona Ryan had such a difficult time being micromanaged as a millennial worker, that she decided to research the topic. 

We hear what she learned, and get advice from an expert on how to break the pattern of micromanagement.

Guests:

Dr James Donald, Senior Lecturer in Work and Organisational Studies, University of Sydney

Shona Ryan, employee relations specialist

And if you liked this episode you’d enjoy our story on the magic of job crafting,  listen to it here.

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It’s tempting to jump in and share your knowledge with a less experienced staff member or colleague, but it may not be the best approach.

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