New managers who feel unsure about how to inspire team members to perform at a high level will sometimes tighten their grip on their team’s projects. Forbes Coaches Council members share ways for new managers to strike a balance between blind trust and micromanagement. I always tell my new team members that I am there as a resource to help them to hit their individual and team goals and KPIs. Provide clarity around authority in terms of what decisions team members can make without permission. Mastering the art of goal setting and affording the team opportunities to test flexible approaches helps strike the right balance and builds trust.

Source: Forbes July 16, 2021 17:03 UTC