[Shaun @ Tru6]

I have a major managerial problem: I am the anti-micro manager. What that means is I give what I consider complete but summary information to someone in working on a task, specifically not saying, "be sure to call this person," or "here's exactly how to do 'it'." This is especially true if we've discuss this other person or went over procedure, timeframe, etc.

I've had some great success in working with Pelicans on art for our clothing, but virtually everyone else I work with, time and time again I am disappointed with initiative, results, etc.

Looking for advice on project management without micro-managing, but effectively communicating the results I'm looking for without spelling everything out to the last detail and therefore (what I consider) insulting the other person/company.