299 | Delegation Done Right: Build a Culture of Growth Without Losing Control

Struggling to delegate without feeling like you’re giving up control? In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast, Jenni Catron unpacks the mindset shift every leader needs to build a culture of growth through effective delegation.

You’ll learn why delegation isn’t about offloading tasks—it’s a strategic leadership skill that develops your team and increases your capacity. Jenni shares the three traps that hold leaders back (pride, guilt, and control) and introduces a simple, powerful framework—“Only, Could, Must”—to help you evaluate what you should own, what you could release, and what you must let go.

Whether you're overwhelmed or just holding on to too much, this episode will give you a clear path to delegate well, grow your team, and create unstoppable momentum.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why most leaders struggle to delegate (and how to break the cycle)
• The difference between dumping tasks and developing people
• How to use the “Only, Could, Must” framework to clarify your highest and best contribution
• What delegation reveals about your culture—and how to use it to build trust and clarity

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