The Set-Up-To-Fail Syndrome: Group Discussion Topic #5

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Discussion Topic #5 Micro-manager or Set Up To Fail?

Leaders micromanage due to the need to be in control, have problems trusting people, and or extreme perfectionists. In addition, they may not be able to clarify goals and strategies.

1. How does this relate to supervisors in the Set Up To Fail Syndrome article?
2. Is this behavior mutually exclusive?
3. Is the micromanager setting up employees to fail?