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How to stop being the bottleneck

If work waits for you, you’re the bottleneck. How to get out of the way without losing control.

If work waits for you, you’re the bottleneck. How to get out of the way without losing control.

Short answer: Give people clear ownership and decision limits, put information where they can find it, and review results instead of approving every step.

Signs you’re the bottleneck

  • People wait for your answer.

  • Your phone never stops.

  • Work stops when you’re away.

How to fix it

  1. Define what people can decide alone.

  2. Share information in tasks, not your head.

  3. Approve results, not steps.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take?

A few weeks to see a difference, if you’re consistent.

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