Patrick Ewers, Author of Radical Delegation, on the Power of Positive Alacrity and Delegating Tasks to Improve Focus and Efficiency

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Oct 3, 2024

Patrick Ewers, an expert in productivity and relationship building, shares game-changing insights on task delegation. He introduces his innovative concept of radical delegation, which can free up to 12 hours a week for leaders. Patrick emphasizes the significance of nurturing relationships for long-term success, often overlooked in a fast-paced world. He also discusses the habit of positive alacrity, encouraging immediate positive communication to enhance workplace culture. Get ready to transform your leadership approach!

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ANECDOTE

Gut Feeling Mistake

Patrick Ewers asked a client for a favor against his gut feeling.
This damaged the relationship, reminding him to trust his intuition.

ADVICE

Avoid Misunderstandings

Pause before sending important emails, especially if your gut says so.
Call the person instead to avoid misinterpretations.

INSIGHT

Communication Breakdown

Communication relies on content, tone, and body language.
Facial expressions carry the most weight (55%), followed by tone (38%) and words (7%).

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In episode 18 of season 2, we sit down with Patrick Ewers, founder of Mindmaven and author of Radical Delegation. Patrick is an expert on productivity and relationship building, and in this episode, he shares his powerful strategies for freeing up time and increasing impact as a leader.

Patrick discusses his concept of radical delegation, which allows leaders to regain 10 to 12 hours a week by delegating tasks more effectively. He emphasizes the importance of investing in relationships, explaining that strong relationships are key to success, yet often overlooked due to their lack of urgency.

Patrick also dives into the concept of positive alacrity, the simple but transformative habit of voicing positive thoughts immediately to strengthen relationships and improve workplace culture.

Tune in to learn how Patrick's innovative approach to delegation and relationship building can help you become a more effective and impactful leader!

You’ll find this episode valuable if you’re a leader looking to optimize your time, develop relationships, and delegate tasks effectively for long-term success.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

[04:42] How to free up time and increase productivity

[06:07] Patrick's mistake when trusting his gut in relationships

[09:46] The importance of body language and face-to-face communication

[14:34] The purpose of radical delegation

[18:58] Using an Engagement Manager for effective delegation

[22:07] Follow-up emails and dictation tools will build stronger relationships

[31:58] Inbox shadowing to increase efficiency

[39:10] Building trust with an engagement manager can enhance long-term productivity

👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/patrick-ewers-mindmaven

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