Do not show you are annoyed
This might seem like a simple solution, but it does not just entail ceasing your complaints when somebody is constantly looking over your shoulder. When you label a manager a “control freak” or you become visibly irritated by their demands, your micro manager boss may actually think that they need to keep an even closer eye on you. Stay calm, stay cool and remember to breathe. While challenging, it is a small step in the right direction
Do not use recrimination, rather use reassurance
Before you even begin with a project, meet with your manager and get a clear understanding of what he wants, when he wants it and how he wants it done. Make sure you are concise and set expectations during this meeting; also be sure to clearly document your discussion.
Firstly, you want to make sure your boss knows you are taking his instructions seriously, which means he will be less worried about you making mistakes. Secondly, and possibly more importantly, it will give a measurable result to be delivered at a specific time, in writing. Any notes and/or timelines will come in very handy when your manager tries to interfere and control the process in the future.
