ARTICLES BY DR. ANDY NEILLIE, CSP
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The Problem Of Micromanagement
Good leaders understand at the end of the day, they are accountable for their business.
Good leaders also understand that to grow a successful business, they can’t do it all. We need the skills and talents of others. That means trusting the people to whom we delegate responsibility.
What happens when we delegate, but don’t trust?
It’s called micromanagement.
After years in corporate food services management, “Beth” took early retirement and bought a franchise business in the restaurant industry.
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Read MoreThe Danger Of Being Unteachable
After researching opportunities, “Bob” and “Mary” bought a franchise business in the quick serve restaurant (QSR) industry. The franchise was proven and, having been in existence for more than 25 years, was well established as a profitable business model for its franchisees.
In two short years, Bob and Mary closed their doors. To talk with them, it was all the franchise company’s fault. “Not enough corporate support” was what they said.
Upon closure of their store,
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