How much of a political micromanager are you?

How much of a political micromanager are you?

Micromanaging — constantly checking up on the small things that need to be done, reminding our colleagues again and again about upcoming deadlines, and stressing out when we do not know precisely what everyone is doing. We have probably all been there, either micromanaging others or being micromanaged. Micromanaging from time to time is not the end of the world, but if it is happening on a day-to-day basis, there is probably reason to be concerned.

As a person who has been working in both political organisations and with election campaigns, there is always a lot that needs to be done and there is never enough time. But no matter how stressful work gets, micromanagement is never the answer. Micromanaging others undermines the trust you have in them. It makes them unsure of their job, and they will probably end up doing a worse job than they would do otherwise.