The negative impact of micromanagement: How millennial employees are likely to respond

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Organizational performance is prone to be negatively affected by leadership styles defined as unfavorable. Firms can address such concerns through various measures that include identification of harmful character traits during the recruitment process and striving to eliminate their impact through subsequent coaching sessions that also focus on equipping managers with relevant interpersonal skills.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2024), "The negative impact of micromanagement: How millennial employees are likely to respond", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 38 No. 2, pp. 27-29. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-02-2024-0026