When you delegate, don’t just explain what needs to be done. Be clear about how much freedom you’re giving.
Sometimes you want someone to execute a well-defined plan exactly as discussed. Other times, you only care about the outcome and trust them to determine the best way to get there.
Most leadership frustration happens somewhere in between, when expectations are never made explicit.
Great leaders don’t just delegate work. They delegate with crystal-clear expectations—and that’s how they empower others to succeed.
How often do you mistake unclear expectations for poor performance ?
Are you delegating tasks—or decision-making authority ?
