Episode 49: Stop Hovering, Start Leading: Lead with Confidence by Delegating Smarter
Episode 49
Stop Hovering, Start Leading: Lead with Confidence by Delegating Smarter
Episode Summary
Micromanaging not only drains your energy but also limits your team’s ability to grow and take ownership. By setting clear expectations, agreeing on regular check-ins, and adopting the “paint done” mindset, you can delegate more effectively and build trust. These simple but powerful steps will help you stop hovering and start leading with confidence.
Key Points:
Micromanaging often stems from fear—fear of mistakes, loss of control, or pressure to deliver perfect results—but it ultimately drains leaders and stifles team growth.
Over-involvement slows progress and discourages creativity, turning talented team members into hesitant followers rather than confident problem-solvers.
By setting clear outcomes, establishing agreed-upon check-ins, and embracing the “paint done” mindset, leaders can delegate effectively, build trust, and free themselves to focus on higher-level priorities.
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About Jacquie:
Jacquie is the founder of Leadership and Life by Kayric Inc, where she blends the best of teaching, leadership, and the occasional The West Wing reference to help non-profits and small business build strong leaders and healthy teams. Utilizing DISC and The Five Behaviours of a Cohesive team, combined with teaching knowledge and experience, Jacquie strives to empower leaders with the skills no one taught them and to create teams who want to work together.
Formerly a junior high teacher (who loves teenagers), Jacquie brings a decade of classroom wisdom, ten years corporate training experience, a growth mindset, and a sprinkle of mild rebellion to her dynamic approach.
In her free time, Jacquie channels her passion for community improvement by volunteering with school councils, serving on non-profit boards, and generally finding ways to make her corner of the world a better place. You can also find her on the side of a soccer pitch, at Remedy Café or in her scrapbook room.
