Is This a $15 Task... or Am I Just Avoiding It?

How to Stop Micromanaging and Actually Get Help That HelpsWhether you're bringing on your first assistant or trying to get more mileage out of the one you already have, this episode is your permission slip to stop doing it all yourself and start delegating like a CEO.We are pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to create a working relationship that feels supportive, not stressful. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “It’s just easier if I do it myself,” this one’s for you.✨ In this episode, we cover:Why communication (not just capability) is your assistant’s secret weaponHow to use Loom and other tools to cut down on back-and-forthWhat to do before you hand something off (hint: examples = everything)Our favorite way to prioritize tasks based on ROI and energyThe mindset shift that makes delegation way less scaryWhy “trust but verify” isn’t micromanagement...it’s leadership💡 Real Talk Takeaways:Training your assistant is part of the job. You’re not failing, you’re leading.If you’re a verbal processor, stop trying to write it all out. Record a Loom and move on.Use visual trackers and regular check-ins to stay aligned without being in the weeds.“Is this a $15/hour task?” is your new mantra when you feel stuck or overwhelmed.Trust builds over time, but transparency builds it faster.Define success for every role, not just the result you want.Delegation is a two-way relationship. Expect feedback and give it too.🎯 Chapter Markers 00:00 — The Real Talk About Assistants 01:55 — What Most People Get Wrong 08:03 — Setting Expectations That Stick 12:00 — Communication Tools That Save Your Sanity 13:28 — How to Delegate Without Dumping 14:43 — Building Trust One Task at a Time 18:55 — Why Transparency Matters More Than You Think 20:51 — Assistant Roles, Defined and Refined 23:32 — Prioritization for the Win 25:36 — Tools & Resources to Make It All Smoother👉 Listen to the episode and take one action today. Whether that’s recording a Loom, scheduling a check-in, or finally letting go of that one task you keep clinging to. 👉Download the 90 Day Assistant Success Plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSEMbWB7AK9LuT2pRl6aaGUxMxdtjoexF8shcqi1QkGngSO3iS1yEHgmQfuCeWwKN7RKZBSJJcliQtt/pub 👉 Subscribe to the newsletter for tools and templates that make delegation easier: Join here 👉 Follow on Instagram for daily inspo and real talk: @kristijencks 👉 Watch clips & trainings on YouTube: @coachkristijencksIf this episode gave you an idea you can implement in your business, don’t just listen — take it and run.🎤 Book me to speak at your event/team meeting: kristijencks.com📩 Subscribe to the newsletter for more strategies:https://kristijencks.myflodesk.com/subscribe🎥 More content on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@coachkristijencks📱 Follow along on Instagram:@kristijencks🎙️ About the PodcastTake It and Run is the podcast for ambitious professionals—especially real estate agents—who want practical strategies they can implement immediately. Each episode delivers mindset shifts, frameworks, and real-world insights to help you move from thinking about it… to doing it.