How to Stop Micromanaging and Actually Get Help That Helps

Whether you're bringing on your first assistant or trying to get more mileage out of the one you already have, this episode is your permission slip to stop doing it all yourself and start delegating like a CEO.

We are pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to create a working relationship that feels supportive, not stressful. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “It’s just easier if I do it myself,” this one’s for you.

✨ In this episode, we cover:

• Why communication (not just capability) is your assistant’s secret weapon
• How to use Loom and other tools to cut down on back-and-forth
• What to do before you hand something off (hint: examples = everything)
• Our favorite way to prioritize tasks based on ROI and energy
• The mindset shift that makes delegation way less scary
• Why “trust but verify” isn’t micromanagement...it’s leadership

💡 Real Talk Takeaways:

• Training your assistant is part of the job. You’re not failing, you’re leading.
• If you’re a verbal processor, stop trying to write it all out. Record a Loom and move on.
• Use visual trackers and regular check-ins to stay aligned without being in the weeds.
• “Is this a $15/hour task?” is your new mantra when you feel stuck or overwhelmed.
• Trust builds over time, but transparency builds it faster.
• Define success for every role, not just the result you want.
• Delegation is a two-way relationship. Expect feedback and give it too.

🎯 Chapter Markers
 00:00 — The Real Talk About Assistants
 01:55 — What Most People Get Wrong
 08:03 — Setting Expectations That Stick
 12:00 — Communication Tools That Save Your Sanity
 13:28 — How to Delegate Without Dumping
 14:43 — Building Trust One Task at a Time
 18:55 — Why Transparency Matters More Than You Think
 20:51 — Assistant Roles, Defined and Refined
 23:32 — Prioritization for the Win
 25:36 — Tools & Resources to Make It All Smoother

👉 Listen to the episode and take one action today. Whether that’s recording a Loom, scheduling a check-in, or finally letting go of that one task you keep clinging to.

 👉Download the 90 Day Assistant Success Plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSEMbWB7AK9LuT2pRl6aaGUxMxdtjoexF8shcqi1QkGngSO3iS1yEHgmQfuCeWwKN7RKZBSJJcliQtt/pub
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👉 Follow on Instagram for daily inspo and real talk: @kristijencks
👉 Watch clips & trainings on YouTube: @coachkristijencks