Leaders frequently believe close supervision is necessary when work quality declines or deadlines are missed, yet employees often perceive excessive check-ins (45%) or redundant status meetings (43%) as micromanagement.
Employees in 2024 are advocating for a shift in the workplace dynamic, prioritising clarity over the traditional model of frequent check-ins. According to the latest insights from Slingshot’s 2023 Digital Work Trends Report, the workforce emphasises the need for clear priorities (42%) and established deadlines (30%) to enhance productivity effectively.
The report highlights a significant disparity between the anticipated standards of work performance from leaders and the fundamental requirements employees seek for optimal productivity.
Source: People Matters
