PSA: Entrepreneurs, let go of the control

Justin Zastrow
Aug 23, 2017 · 2 min read

Letting go of control is hard. Especially if you’re an entrepreneur.

The best choice any business owner can make is listening to their employees. It’s no secret that entrepreneurs are inherently control freaks but the one thing that will set you apart as a leader is being able to give up the control and trust that your team has your back. While I know this is a very difficult task here are a few pointers that might help convince you:

It will give you the best team possible. Giving tasks to your team that you would normally put on your plate will give them a chance to really show what they are capable of. It won’t take long to realize who works hard, who works well and who is right for your team. The worst thing that can happen is they don’t do a great job and from there you can take appropriate actions.

It will give you a better work-life balance. This one is an obvious one but we’ve all been there: A family vacation, a weekend with a significant other or even a business trip where we find ourselves working instead of playing. While hustling and working hard is important, it’s just as important that we take time to enjoy our lives outside of work.

Better ideas will happen. You aren’t the only one with great ideas, plain and simple. While the company may be yours and it may be your vision that everyone is working towards, there are many different ways to achieve your goals. Why limit yourself to just you? It’s cliche, but teamwork really does make the dream work.

Are you convinced yet? It’s made such a huge difference in my company and I hope that you too will give it a try. As hard as it is, you may just like the results!

Photo Credit: Hamza Butt

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Justin Zastrow

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CEO, Smart Armor. Read more for all things tech, startups and getting stuff done. smartarmortech.com

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