New leaders often ask the same question. Where do I start? Decentralised Command is simple to explain and hard to practise. You set the mission, you share the why, you give clear boundaries, then you push ownership to where the work happens.
What it really means—and what to do about it One of the most common frustrations for early-stage leaders is dealing with a boss who micromanages. It slows execution. It drains confidence. It can leave you feeling like your autonomy doesn’t matter. But here’s the truth: if you’re being micromanaged, the first place to look isn’t at your boss. It’s at yourself.
Success can be deceptive. When results are strong and momentum is building, it’s easy for leaders—especially new ones—to settle into a sense of comfort. But that’s often when risk is highest. Not from outside forces, but from within. The creeping mindset that says: we’ve got this covered.
