Want to Be a Leader? Start Acting Like One
You say you want to be a leader—but are you really leading, or just managing? In this episode, Phillip Sessions, founder of Refined VA, breaks down the real difference between being a leader and being a task manager. If you’re a business owner, manager, or someone working with virtual assistants, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you empower your team, delegate effectively, and stop micromanaging.
Learn how to shift from daily task delegation to true leadership by building trust, asking better questions, and helping your team take ownership. Whether you're struggling to get your VA to think independently or want to build a more proactive culture, Phillip shares the mindset and tools to lead at a higher level.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Why most people aren’t proactive—and how to coach them to be
- How to build trust without micromanaging
- Creating a “field goal post” framework for your team’s success
- The difference between managing and leading
- Real examples from Phillip’s own sales and social media teams
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