The Hidden Cost of Delegation
As founders, we often hear "delegate more" and "work on the business, not in it." But here's what most people won't tell you...
3 Critical Truths About Delegation:
- Reports can look good while reality looks bad
- By the time issues surface to you, they're usually critical
- You need regular "boots on the ground" inspection
Example: One of my clients recently discovered major quality issues in their production department. All the reports looked great. The metrics were solid. But when he actually dug in - disaster waiting to happen. His direct involvement for just 2 weeks prevented what could have been catastrophic customer churn.
The key isn't to never delegate - it's to regularly verify.
Trust but verify isn't just a saying - it's survival.
CQ