management by walking around

noun

The practice of a manager spending time among employees, observing what they are doing and listening to any concerns.

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MBWAmanagement by walking about
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Meanings

nounmanagement by walking around (uncountable)
  1. uncountablemanagementThe practice of a manager spending time among employees, observing what they are doing and listening to any concerns.

    Synonyms: MBWA, management by walking about

Synonyms & antonyms

nounThe practice of a manager spending time among employees, observing what they are doing and listening to any concerns.

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MBWAmanagement by walking about
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management by walking around. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/management%20by%20walking%20around

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Chicago

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