1. people who manage by paying excessive attention to minor details and maintaining close control over subordinates’ work
Usage: plural form of micromanager

Examples

• The team’s productivity suffered under micromanagers who questioned every decision.
• Good leaders delegate responsibility rather than becoming micromanagers.
• Micromanagers often create stress by constantly checking on their employees’ progress.
• The company’s culture discouraged micromanagers in favor of trust-based leadership.
• Many talented employees quit because they couldn’t work effectively under micromanagers.
• Training programs help micromanagers learn to give their teams more autonomy.