12/11- Wakie Wakie 4:44

Here’s a reality check: success isn’t a solo sport.

If you’re still trying to wear all the hats, do all the things, and keep every plate spinning by yourself, you’re not building a business—you’re building burnout.

The winners? They know how to build a team that plays the game so they can coach from the sidelines. They’re not stuck in the weeds—they’re calling the shots, setting the vision, and letting their team execute like pros.

The good news? You can do the same. Let me show you how to build a team that wins.

4 Thoughts to Kickstart Your Day:

  1. You’re the Coach, Not the MVP: Your job isn’t to score every point—it’s to build a team that wins the game.

  2. Delegate Like a Pro: Let go of the “no one can do it like me” mindset. Trust your team to deliver.

  3. Hire for the Gaps: Great teams aren’t built on clones of you—they’re built on people who excel where you don’t.

  4. Invest in Culture: A winning team isn’t just skilled—they’re aligned, motivated, and bought into the mission.

4 Lessons Learned:

  1. You Can’t Do It All: The fastest way to cap your growth is to try to handle everything yourself.

  2. Trust Builds Teams: The best leaders don’t micromanage—they empower their team to take ownership.

  3. Right People, Right Roles: Winners know their strengths and hire people who complement them.

  4. Culture Drives Results: Skills are important, but a shared vision and strong culture are what keep teams thriving.

4 Challenges to Conquer Today:

  1. Delegate One Task: Hand off something on your plate to someone on your team. Trust them to run with it.

  2. Identify a Weak Spot: What’s one area of your business where you need help? Start planning how to fill that gap.

  3. Celebrate a Team Win: Recognize someone on your team for a recent win—big or small.

  4. Clarify Your Vision: Make sure your team knows the mission and their role in achieving it.

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

- African Proverb

You can hustle hard, or you can hustle smart. Success isn’t about doing everything—it’s about building a team that can win the game while you coach from the sidelines.

What’s one thing you’ll delegate or one way you’ll invest in your team today? Hit reply and let me know—I’d love to hear how you’re building your winning squad.

Let’s keep the leads rolling.

Until Tomorrow,

Mark Evans DM

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