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What does it mean?
Leaders who serve quietly allow their team to feel ownership of the success.
In plain terms
Good leaders step back so the team feels proud.
What can you take from it?
Empower teams by stepping back.

Where it applies

  • project management
  • team building
  • organizational culture

Putting it to work

  • delegate authority
  • credit the team
  • avoid micromanaging

Questions to consider

  • How do you share credit?
  • Do your team own their wins?

Another view

Some leaders need visibility to maintain authority or influence.

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