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1371: [Part 1] How Leaders Can Get More Done Through Others: How Micromanagement Can Kill Productivity and Creativity by Laura Stack of The Productivity Pro


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Episode 1371:

Struggling with productivity and creativity in your team? Laura Stack explains how micromanagement can stifle initiative and waste valuable time. By fostering trust and delegating tasks effectively, leaders can focus on high-value activities and enhance overall organizational performance.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2011/07/how-leaders-can-get-more-done-through-others-how-micromanagement-can-kill-productivity-and-creativity/

Quotes to ponder:

"Keeping workers on tight leashes and constantly interrupting them ruins their ability to find thoughtful, profitable ways to do their jobs."

"If you’re so distrustful of your employees, then why did you hire them in the first place?"

"When it comes down to the bottom line, you simply have to push every responsibility you can down to the lowest possible level."

Episode references:

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/1982137274

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us: https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates/dp/1594484805

The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

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