Bill Gates used to memorize the license plate of every Microsoft employee to keep tabs on them — Paul Allen says Gates would ‘prowl the parking lot.’ Is micromanagement really that bad?
This article discusses the micromanagement tendencies of some of the world’s wealthiest entrepreneurs, including Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. While Microsoft is now considered one of the best employers, in the early days, Gates would memorize employee license plates to monitor their work habits. Other entrepreneurs noted for strict management include Jobs, Musk, and Bezos. However, research suggests that controlling bosses can impact morale and productivity negatively. An example of a different leadership style is Warren Buffett, known for a hands-off approach that trusts associates to work independently with minimal oversight.
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