# The Delegation Paradox: Staying Engaged Without Getting in the Way (64)

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Published: 2026-02-05T11:37:00+00:00
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## Resource

In Episode 64 , the Unlocked trio—Tony from Assured Security , Lars from Calgary Lock & Safe , and Chad from Loc-Doc Security —dive into the tricky middle ground of business leadership: When to NOT Delegate . After spending previous episodes discussing how to find the "Who" and master the art of letting go, the conversation shifts to the pitfalls of over-delegation. Tony explores the "fine line" between empowering a leadership team and completely checking out. They discuss why a growth-oriented business requires the owner to remain a value-add rather than a bottleneck, and how to stay impactful without derailing the train. Plus, a special introduction from industry veterans and a thank you to the "magicians" behind the show’s new theme song.

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