Teach Your Employees Instead Of Doing Their Work

There was an owner who spent four hours each month in one-on-one meetings with each vice president.  He taught them how to run the business.  He coached them to step back and think about the business, not just operate it.  They brought problems to him, and together they solved them.  He delegated, allowing his subordinates to use their full talents as managers. 

He worked fewer hours but accomplished more, and his happiness increased.  As for the vice presidents, they said the days spent with the owner were their most profitable and enjoyable of the month.  Their commitment became deeper.

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