The Real Cost of "I'll Do It Myself"

Let me get real with you: Delegating is HARD. As someone who built a business helping others let go, I had to learn this lesson myself. That first time I handed over a inbox? My stomach was in knots. What if they missed something crucial? What if their way wasn't my way?

But here's the truth bomb: My way wasn't the only way. Sometimes, it wasn't even the best way.

Why We Resist You know that voice in your head? The one saying "Nobody can do this quite like me"? It's costing you more than you think. Leaders spend 41% of their time on tasks they could delegate. That's two full days of your week spent chasing invoices, wrestling with calendars, and drowning in admin.

The Trust Factor Here's what nobody tells you about delegation: It's not just about handing over tasks—it's about letting go of control. It's about trusting that you've hired the right person and understanding that different doesn't mean wrong. I learned this when my assistant reorganized my entire project management system. At first, I panicked. Then I realized: Her system was actually better than mine.

Your Delegation Starter Pack Start here. Hand off these tasks today:

• Calendar management (because your time is worth more than playing email ping-pong)

• Invoice chasing (goodbye, awkward follow-ups)

• Inbox organization (focus on messages that matter)

• Event planning (from concept to execution)

• Admin work (those tasks that eat your day in 15-minute bites)

Master Delegation in 4 Steps

1. Start small (build trust with low-stakes tasks)

2. Be crystal clear (set expectations upfront)

3. Step back (resist the urge to micromanage)

4. Give feedback (help them help you better)

The Truth About Letting Go Delegation isn't admitting defeat—it's multiplying your impact. Every task you hand off is an investment in your most valuable asset: your time.

Think of it this way: Would you rather spend your energy chasing down payments, or charting your next big move?

Ready to reclaim your time? Let's talk about turning your "I'll do it myself" into "It's handled."

Bringing calm to Chaos

Practical tips and the value of outsourcing your email chaos to a pro.

Ever calculated how much time you spend in your inbox? Studies show it's about 11 hours weekly—nearly a quarter of your workweek. Here's how to reclaim those hours.

Start Here: Quick Impact Steps

1. Schedule email time: Block 2-3 specific times daily for email. Outside those windows? Close that tab.

2. Create an action system: Use one simple tag labeled "ACTION" for emails needing your response. Color-code it if helpful.

3. Build a 5-folder system:

• ACTION (needs your response)

• WAITING (waiting on others)

• REFERENCE (keep, but no action needed)

• ARCHIVE (completed items)

• DELEGATE (tasks for your team)

The 2-Minute Rule in Practice If it takes less than 2 minutes, do it now. Everything else gets sorted into your folder system or scheduled for later.

Making Inbox Zero Actually Work Inbox Zero isn't about emptiness—it's about intention. Each email should trigger one of four actions:

• Delete/Archive

• Delegate

• Respond (if under 2 minutes)

• Schedule time to handle it properly

Pro Tip: My Favorite Email Hack Create an "Action" tag for emails that must stay visible. Even if you can't process them immediately, they're instantly recognizable when you next check your inbox.

Advanced Moves

• Use Unroll.me to mass unsubscribe from newsletters

• Set up filters to automatically sort incoming mail

• Schedule send times for non-urgent emails

• Use templates for common responses

Need help implementing these systems or want someone to manage it all? Reach out today … be BOLD