
Stop Babysitting, Start Leading - A Leadership Mindset Shift
From CX Storytime, Tales from the Customer Journey by Russel Lolacher
February 26, 2026 · 8 min
About this episode
This episode discusses the transition from micromanaging to effective leadership and mentoring.
(From the Relationships at Work podcast) Ever felt like you’re "babysitting" your team instead of leading them? You’re not alone. Many leaders hit a point of frustration, but that feeling is a signal—an opportunity for reflection and growth. In this episode, we explore why some leaders feel this way, what it says about their leadership approach, and, most importantly, how to shift from micromanaging to mentoring. Learn actionable steps to empower your team, foster accountability, and r...
People in this episode
Host: Russel Lolacher
Topics covered
- leadership
- team management
- micromanaging
- mentoring
- accountability
Keywords
- leadership mindset
- team empowerment
- frustration in leadership
- mentoring
- accountability
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Organizations: Relationships at Work
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