Ever hear someone say, "If you want something done right you've got to do it yourself?" Well, this phrase is toxic. And incredibly unproductive. This is all about leader's intent -- or, as Erik Therwanger explains, how to supercharge your delegation skills with impeccable communication. To help illustrate, Erik tells a story about a part-time, overnight employee at his media company who was empowered enough to reel in a large business deal during his shift. When you finish this episode -- whether you're the boss, a manager or an entry-level employee -- you'll understand how to get everyone pulling on the same rope without being told what to do every step of the way.

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