1. Reduced Employee Morale: Constant oversight can make employees feel mistrusted and undervalued. 2. Decreased Productivity: Employees may become overly dependent on the leader for approval, slowing down decision-making processes. 3. High Turnover Rates: Talented employees prefer environments where they can exercise autonomy and grow. Micromanagement often drives them away. 4. Stunted Innovation: A micromanaging leader can crush creativity and innovation, as employees may fear taking risks or suggesting new ideas.