Reverse delegation happens when a task you’ve assigned quietly ends up back on your to-do list.

It might seem small, but this habit erodes trust, builds dependency, and slowly pulls you back into doing instead of leading.

In this episode of Building Unshakable, we’ll look at why reverse delegation happens and how to stop it before it drains your time, team capacity, and growth.

Inside This Episode:

• The hidden reasons your team keeps handing work back to you
• 3 smart strategies to shift responsibility back where it belongs
• What to say when your team says “I don’t know,” “I don’t have time,” or “You’re better at it”

Next Steps:

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You’ve heard it before: Work on your business, not just in it.

But that shift doesn’t happen without mastering this core skill: delegation.

In this episode of Building Unshakable, Kathryn breaks down the 8 most common delegation mistakes that hold CEOs back from real freedom and stall their team’s growth. If you’re still jumping in to fix things, rewriting deliverables, or wondering why things don’t get done right the first time… this episode will change the way you delegate.

Because effective delegation isn’t just about getting things off your plate, it’s how you build a business that scales without you at the center.

Inside This Episode:

• Why the way you’re handing things off might be backfiring
• The subtle signs delegation is draining your team (and you)
• What most founders miss when trying to "stay out of the weeds"

Listen now to discover what effective delegation really looks like and how to step fully into your CEO role without creating chaos.

Next Steps:

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You’re ready to grow, but something’s still in the way.

The problem? Most founders guess at the solution instead of identifying the real constraint.

They think it’s a lead problem…

So they pour energy into marketing.

Or they think it’s a capacity problem…

So they hire fast or redesign delivery.

But if you solve for the wrong constraint?

Growth either stalls or backfires.

In this episode of Building Unshakable, you’ll learn how to identify the real constraint in your business and what happens when you get it wrong.

• The mistake that keeps smart founders stuck (even when business is booming)
• How to uncover what’s actually slowing your growth
• The silent trap that drains momentum while you’re busy “fixing” the wrong thing

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

Explore more to help you build unshakable:

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• Connect with Kathryn on Instagram

Where we can Connect:

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You’ve stepped back.

You’ve taken breaks.

You’ve tried resting more…

But the moment you return, the pressure comes right back.

If you’ve ever felt like the only way to breathe is to leave your business—you’re not alone.

And you’re not broken.

You don’t need more rest.

You need a better system.

In this episode, we’re talking about why burnout is a structural problem—not just a personal one—and how to shift the way your business uses your energy.

• What most burnout recovery plans overlook entirely
• Why time off won’t fix a business that’s still built to run on you
• The structural shift that frees you to lead from strength—not survival

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

Explore more to help you build unshakable:

• Check out free trainings and tools here
• Connect with Kathryn on Instagram

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Sometimes it’s not a strategy problem.

It’s a clarity problem.

If growth feels harder than it should—this episode will show you why.

Because here’s the truth: optimizing a misaligned business doesn’t fix the friction.

It multiplies it.

And the more you try to push forward without clarity, the more pressure builds.

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to scale with alignment—and how to recognize when your model no longer fits.

• Why doubling down on misalignment only increases the strain
• How to recognize when your business no longer reflects your values or vision
• What it takes to realign your model so growth feels purposeful—not just possible

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

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You built the business.

But are you really leading it?

If you’re still caught in the weeds—even after hiring a team and growing revenue—it might be because you never fully stepped into the CEO seat.

In this episode of Building Unshakable, we’re talking about the shift most founders never make—and what changes when you finally do.

• Why so many founders stay stuck in operator mode
• The 5 CEO responsibilities that shape your company’s future
• The 3 ownership levels—and how to shift into Catalyst mode

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

Explore more to help you build unshakable:

• Check out free trainings and tools here
• Connect with Kathryn on Instagram

Where we can Connect:

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Some signs of founder-dependence are easy to spot—like doing it all yourself.

But others are more subtle.

You’ve let go of tasks. You’ve brought on a team.

Yet projects still pause for your input. Sales still depend on your presence. And problems still end up back on your plate.

If growth hasn’t created the freedom you expected, you may be facing hidden bottlenecks—baked into how your business is structured.

This episode breaks down the 3 most common bottlenecks that keep founders stuck in the weeds (even with a great team)—and what has to shift to build real leverage.

• How founder dependency shows up even when you’ve hired and delegated
• The 3 structural bottlenecks that quietly keep you stuck in the weeds
• What real leverage looks like—and why most founders don’t have it (yet)

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

Explore more to help you build unshakable:

• Check out free trainings and tools here
• Connect with Kathryn on Instagram

Where we can Connect:

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You’ve hit the revenue goals.

You’ve built the team.

From the outside, your business looks like a success.

So why does it still feel so heavy?

If everything still runs through you—and the freedom you wanted still feels out of reach—this episode is for you.

Kathryn explores why traditional definitions of success often fall short—and offers a new lens to help you build a business that’s truly sustainable, profitable, and freeing.

Inside this Episode:

• Why hitting big goals can still leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed
• The YOU-OS model—and how it traps even high-performing founders
• The key question to identify what’s keeping your business dependent on you

Next Steps:

Ready to build a business that’s not only profitable—but also sustainable and scalable without everything depending on you?

Watch the Unshakable Operating System™ training for a behind-the-scenes look at the system I teach my clients to grow with clarity, capacity, and real freedom.

Explore more to help you build unshakable:

• Check out free trainings and tools here
• Connect with Kathryn on Instagram

Where we can Connect:

• Follow the Podcast
• Follow The Unshakable Company on Instagram
• Follow Kathryn Binkley on Instagram
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Are you following Building Unshakable? If not, I’d love for you to follow today so you don’t miss any future episodes. I have so many powerful topics coming your way—and I don’t want you to miss a single one.

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Loving the show? I’d be so grateful if you’d leave a rating and review. I read every one—and your feedback helps more business owners like you discover the podcast.

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If your business is growing… but behind the scenes, it’s still too dependent on you—this podcast is for you.

I’m Kathryn Binkley, Business Coach and founder of The Unshakable Company®, and this is Building Unshakable—a podcast for expert service providers, coaches, and consultants who are ready to scale their business without scaling their workload or stress.

Each week, you’ll get clear, grounded guidance on the systems, structure, and leadership that create real freedom—so your business can grow without everything depending on you.

Subscribe now and start building your unshakable company.

As a business owner, your focus is often split between the immediate needs of your business and planning for the future. However, as your business grows and you have a team, you can't always be the one focused on the short term. Today, we’re talking about what it would look like for you, as the business owner, to focus on vision, strategy, and growth while your team is executing the day-to-day.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• The importance of delegating daily tasks to the team while you focus on visionary leadership and problem-solving to ensure sustainable growth.
• What it actually means to work ON your business instead of IN your business, including what to prioritize as CEO.
• Why transitioning from short-term to long-term focus to drive sustainable growth is not an overnight process, and how to get started today.

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