Are you the bottleneck in your own department? If you're working nights and weekends because "it's just faster to do it myself," you're trapped in the Expert's Dilemma. This is Part 3 of our Strategic Clarity series.

In this final installment of our Strategic Clarity series, Dr. Mira Brancu tackles the #1 struggle for new leaders: letting go of your past technical work. We break down why delegation isn't just an individual skill—it’s a systemic challenge involving team capability, organizational design, and even societal identity. Learn how to diagnose why you're stuck in the "Individual Contributor" trap and try out any of our 7 action items to reclaim your agency and lead with intent. Whether you're a program director, physician leader, or VP, it's time to stop doing and start leading.

Ready to stop being the bottleneck? Sign up for our Strategic Clarity half-day workshop (deadline: February 12, 20026). https://luma.com/auobmkby

Looking to clarify the root cause of your complex or confusing current leadership challenges and tips for how to address each? Try my free Strategic Leadership Resiliency Assessment.

https://mailchi.mp/e1ebf8505764/slr-assessment 

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