32 - When You’re the Problem | How to Delegate with Clarity and Scale Faster
Are you the biggest obstacle holding your business back? In this transformative episode, Eddie Wilson candidly addresses one of the hardest truths for entrepreneurs: recognizing when you are the bottleneck in your business. Learn five clear signs that indicate you're limiting your company’s growth, and discover a proven, three-step strategy to remove yourself from daily operational stress. Eddie breaks down essential concepts like "Brick-Led Thinking," effective meeting rhythms, and how to delegate with clarity rather than abdicating responsibility. Packed with actionable insights and real-world stories of transformation, this episode is your ultimate guide to reclaiming your time, boosting efficiency, and building a business that thrives without your constant oversight.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Introduction: When You Are the Problem00:52 – The Entrepreneur’s Trap: Decisions, Approvals & Follow-ups01:10 – Five Clear Signs You're the Bottleneck in Your Business02:52 – You Didn’t Build a Company, You Built a Dependency03:14 – Step 1: Brick-Led Thinking & Identifying Your Core KPI06:05 – Step 2: Establishing a Productive Meeting Rhythm07:32 – Step 3: Replacement Through Delegation and Clarity10:07 – How Eddie Delegated His Biggest Recurring Task11:51 – Why Documenting Your Decision-Making Rules Matters12:51 – Case Study: From Bottleneck to Breakthrough15:12 – Real Results: How Delegation Improved Margins & Growth16:15 – "It's Not Magic, It's Architecture": Your Path to Freedom17:02 – Practical Call to Action: Audit Your Calendar & Decisions18:17 – How to Prepare Your Team to Run Without You19:25 – Final Takeaway: You Don’t Own Your Business if It Owns You Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.