7 Tips to Successfully Micromanage Programmers (2018)
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- Programmers often prefer clear instructions and micromanagement to avoid endless discussions.
- Effective micromanagement involves detailed specifications, strict deadlines, and frequent check-ins.
- Ownership mentality: Emphasize decision-making authority and remind programmers of their replaceability.
- Provide exhaustive specs including architecture, frameworks, and naming conventions to guide work.
- Define rigid workflows and discourage collaboration to specialize roles and maintain efficiency.
- Impose tight deadlines and use pressure tactics to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintain constant communication, including late-night calls and emails, to keep momentum.
- Schedule after-hours communications to appear dedicated without actual late-night work.