Delegation fails most often not because people lack capability, but because leaders assume alignment where none exists. A task is handed over, expectations remain vague, and weeks later, frustration sets in: “Why didn’t this get done?”
Effective delegation invites ownership. That means clarifying the outcome, boundaries, and success criteria—and then asking: “Is this something you can commit to?”
Without a clear “yes,” accountability becomes unfair pressure.
Great leaders build accountability through clear commitments—and that’s how teams rise with confidence and pride.
How often do you ask your team what they are truly willing to commit to?
Where might frustration on your team be the result of unclear agreements ?
