As a leader, it’s important to remember this simple truth: you can’t (and shouldn’t) do everything yourself. Delegation isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a hallmark of strong, effective leadership. The best leaders know how to delegate not just to lighten their own load, but to develop and empower their teams.

Delegation is difficult for many leaders. They don't want to lose control over the project or the process. And even after they begin delegating, they are constantly checking in on the employee assigned to the task. Team members feel they're being scrutinized and over-managed. This can lead to poor morale, lack of motivation and high turn-over.