We all have the ability to empower others – to give up a bit of personal control and to allow others the freedom to learn and grow.  The question is: do we take advantage of those opportunities or do we tell ourselves that it is more comfortable, easier or less time consuming to complete the task ourselves?

As leaders we have a duty to provide those we lead with meaningful growth experiences.  While that might mean that it takes you more time to show someone how to complete a new task or to edit their work than it would have had you completed the project yourself, the service that you provide to that individual far outweighs the minor personal sacrifice.

Make it your mission this week to find someone who is eager to grow and provide them access to your knowledge and expertise.  Pick a project that will enhance their skills and prepare them for future advancement and work on it together.

By empowering others to learn and grow within their professional environment, you can ensure that they are able to contribute on an even greater level in the future.