The word "micromanager" has almost lost its meaning from overuse. Before it became the ultimate workplace insult, it described a hands-on management style, and in the right context, that style is not wrong. Situational Leadership by Hersey and Blanchard makes exactly this point: effective leadership adapts to who is in front of you. For instance, a junior employee often benefits from close guidance. The problem is when it becomes the default, regardless of experience or what