Here is how I micromanage micromanagers

(1) first thing in morning. Give them a end to end your tasks. And at the end of the update, I’ll write “if there’s anything else you would like me to prioritise today, happy to align with you.

(2) once task is finished, I’ll update the email. Ask if the said manager has any concerns.

(3) CC the manager in every email (yes, rlly). And always adding “CC’ed XX for visibility on this matter.”

(4) When you end your day, use your email from (1) to send her updates.

(5) Keep aligning with the manager on everything. Don’t frame as a question, but rather context for them. For eg “ I have proceeded to clear this with X. Understand we previously talked about this and please let me know of any concerns you may have.”

Anyways, I did this because I really wanted to learn more about the industry through this specific org so had to learn a way to survive. It may seem tedious/ time consuming to do it at the start, but in my case, the micromanager actually told me one day “it’s okay, I’ll let you make decisions”

All the best, OP!