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Great leaders don’t just deliver results — they build people who can deliver results., Ronald Reagan once said, 'The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things.' That one sentence captures the essence of empowerment in leadership., If you’re doing everything yourself, you’re holding your team — and yourself — back. Leadership isn’t about being the hero. It’s about creating space for others to rise. Empowerment is how you multiply your impact., That begins with trust. When you delegate a task or decision, you’re not just offloading work. You’re sending a message: I believe in you. And that belief fuels confidence, initiative, and growth., Start simple. Identify a task you normally handle. Hand it off — fully. Set clear expectations, give your team member the tools they need, and then step back. Check in, but don’t rescue. Even if they stumble, it’s an opportunity to coach — not correct., This approach creates leaders. It makes your team stronger, more resourceful, and more engaged. And it frees you to focus on the bigger picture.Let me give you an example. A client of mine — a senior executive — used to be the bottleneck for every decision. Smart, capable, but stretched thin. After one leadership session, she picked just one project to delegate completely. She was nervous, but she committed. Her team not only handled it but delivered better results than expected. More importantly, her team felt seen — and stepped up.So here’s a question: When was the last time you handed over real responsibility — not just a task, but ownership? True leadership isn’t about doing more. It’s about empowering others to do their best. Trust your people. Give them room to grow. Watch what happens when you lead by letting go., Today, choose one person. One project. Let them lead. Support them — but don’t steer. That’s empowerment. That’s real leadership. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wdphillips.substack.com