DEAR ANNIE: I recently started a new job at a software company, and for the most part, I really like it. The work is interesting, my co-workers are friendly, and the company culture is a good fit for me. The only issue is my manager. She has a habit of micromanaging just about everything I do. She insists on reviewing emails before I send them, stands behind me while I’m working, and often corrects me on tasks I’ve already been trained on and feel confident doing.

I don’t think she’s being unkind. If anything, I think she’s trying to be helpful and make sure everything is done right. But it makes me feel like she doesn’t trust me or my abilities, which is frustrating. I want to do well and show that I’m capable, but I also don’t want to overstep or come across as ungrateful, especially si

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