The Chris LoCurto Show

644 | Too Little Leadership: The Silent Cost of Missing Praise, Accountability & Delegation


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Is your team missing clarity, energy, or follow-through?

In this episode, we break down what happens when leaders give too little praise, too little accountability, and too little delegation—and how those gaps silently wreck culture and performance.

Learn how to recognize the signs of underleading, how to course-correct with clear action steps, and how to build a team that’s aligned, motivated, and growing.

Timestamps:

00:01:39 – Too Little Praise Makes People Feel Invisible
Why a lack of recognition quietly erodes motivation.

00:14:38 – Too Little Accountability Breeds Inconsistency
How low standards spread when no one is held to them.

00:22:26 – Too Little Delegation Leaves You Overwhelmed
The hidden cost of holding onto tasks instead of developing your team.

00:26:54 – A Lack of Praise + Accountability = Culture Drift
What happens when leadership goes quiet in both areas.

00:29:17 – Delegation Is the Fastest Way to Multiply Leadership
Why real delegation expands your influence and frees your time.

00:31:56 – Action Steps
Five clear things to do this week to lead better—without burning out.

00:34:50 – Additional Resources
Links to related episodes on coaching, communication, and leadership balance.
  • 641 | The Role of Coaching in Leadership: Growing Teams Through Mentorship
  • 642 | Too Little Leadership—Communication, Problem-Solving, and Guidance
  • 643 | Too Much Leadership—Communication, Problem-Solving, and Guidance


00:35:16 – Conclusion
Praise, accountability, and delegation done well lighten your load and lift your team.

Need clarity on what to delegate or how to lead with less stress? This one’s for you.
Listen now and lead with purpose.
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