September 23, 2025

Rising Tides Live: Delegation

54 minutes

In this session of Rising Tides Live, hosted by Shawn Walchef, the focus was on delegation—why it’s so difficult, how to improve, and what leadership looks like when you let go. Shawn admitted his own struggles as a restaurant owner trying to juggle manager and owner duties, and how becoming a father forced him to rethink what he should hand off. Midway through, he even delegated hosting to Chris Tripoli so he could step away for a call—putting the lesson into practice. Guests added their own insights: the trap of being an “owner–manager,” the power of clear checklists, and what it feels like to be on the receiving end of delegation. The conversation made clear that letting go isn’t about pushing tasks down—it’s about trust, communication, and systems that allow both leaders and teams to thrive.

Interview Takeaways:

Delegation Starts With Letting Go – Shawn Walchef shared how becoming a father forced him to stop trying to be both owner and manager, and how real leadership begins when you trust others to take the wheel.

Clear Systems Build Confidence – From checklists to KPIs, guests emphasized that delegation only works when expectations are specific, timelines are clear, and accountability is built into the process.

Trust Turns Teams Into Leaders – Whether handing off a live show to Chris Tripoli or assigning daily tasks, the group highlighted that delegation isn’t about dumping work—it’s about empowering others to grow and succeed.

Episode Links:

Cali BBQ Media: https://content.calibbq.media/

Join Our Next Show: https://betheshow.media/rising-tides/

Shawn Walchef on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnpwalchef/

Chris Tripoli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctripoli

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