Downsides of Delegation

<p>Delegation is often seen as the saviour of leaders who are struggling with their workload. </p> <p>“You just have to delegate more” is common advice for these leaders. While delegation is a useful tool and it can really help leaders control their workload and get more done, it also has its downsides. </p> <p>In this episode, I’ll look at some of these potential downsides and give you some aspects to consider when you think about delegation.</p> <h3>Book Your Discovery Coaching Session</h3> <p style="text-align: left;">I invite you to a <strong>90-minute Discovery Coaching Session</strong>, where we will:</p> <ul style="text-align: left;"> <li>Get clear on your most important goals and what is most important to you</li> <li>Identify blockers and limiting beliefs that are holding you back; and</li> <li>Develop key actions you can take to move forward and make progress.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;">You will leave the Discovery Coaching Session with a sense of <strong><span style= "text-decoration: underline;">clarity</span></strong>, <strong><span style= "text-decoration: underline;">purpose</span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">practical steps</span></strong> to move you forward.</p> <p><strong>👉 <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/leadership-coaching/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to learn more and apply for your Discovery Coaching Session.</a> 👈</strong></p> <p>--</p> <p>👍 If you like this episode, <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thoughtful-leader-podcast/id1452121137?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please take a few minutes to leave a review on Apple Podcasts</a> <em>(Note: you have to scroll to the bottom to leave a review)</em>.</p> <p>Your review really helps me to reach a wider audience of thoughtful leaders, so we can improve workplaces around the world. I appreciate you taking the time! 🙏</p> <p><strong>Show Links:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/delegating-leadership-downsi