Great leaders have come to the realization that it is more important to develop people than it is to deliver results. This will empower their people to use their competencies and significantly increase the capacity of the organization. Empowerment is also directly linked to job satisfaction and a major factor in retention. This HBR post is excellent:
“One of the most difficult transitions for leaders to make is the shift from doing to leading. As a new manager you can get away with holding on to work. Peers and bosses may even admire your willingness to keep “rolling up your sleeves” to execute tactical assignments. But as your responsibilities become more complex, the difference between an effective leader and a super-sized individual contributor with a leader’s title is painfully evident.”