What does "Tell someone how to do their job" mean?

instruct someone on their work

Synonym: instruct, guide Opposite: mislead, confuse

"Tell someone how to do their job" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Hey, it's not my place to tell you how to do your job.

— Inside Out 1

I don't want to tell you how to do your job

— The Big Bang Theory S8E13

No, you're just telling me how to do my job.

— Suits S5E7

"Tell someone how to do their job" in TV shows & movies

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