In this episode of The Product Handbook, we explore how product managers and leaders can delegate effectively — freeing themselves from tactical busywork to focus on strategy, vision, and impact.

You’ll learn:

• The types of tasks PMs should delegate vs. the ones they must own
• How to delegate with clarity — setting expectations, resources, and timelines without micromanaging
• Why poor delegation turns PMs into “product janitors” and how to avoid that trap
• Common delegation mistakes that erode trust and how to fix them
• How empowered, cross-functional teams (think Spotify or Amazon) make scalable delegation possible

If you’ve ever struggled to balance execution with leadership, this episode gives you the mindset and practices to delegate effectively — and lead at a higher level.