072 | How Female Founders Delegate Like a CEO Before They Burn Out
- Author
- Dawn Andrews
- Published
- Tue 15 Jul 2025
- Episode Link
- None
Hey founder friend, if you're overwhelmed, overbooked, and over it?
Delegation is your way out.
In this episode, I’m sharing the moment I realized I was the bottleneck in my own business and how I started shifting from gatekeeping to truly leading. We’ll talk about the fear behind control, why martyrdom is not a business model, and how giving trust first (not last) is the move that changes everything.
If your team is waiting on you for every decision… this one’s for you.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Why delegation isn’t a luxury — it’s leadership
- How to shift from gatekeeping to empowering your team
- The mindset flip: trust is built by giving, not waiting for proof
- What happened when one founder let go — and her team rose
- Why martyrdom isn’t your mission (even if the culture makes it feel that way)
This episode at a glance:
[2:10] - Gatekeeping feels like control, but it’s actually fear.
[3:29] - Martyrdom is not a business model.
[5:31] - You don’t wait for trust to be earned. You build it by giving it.
[5:52] - Your team can’t grow into leaders if you never let them lead.
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better Leader – Free Download
A guide to help you lead with clarity and step into your CEO seat using AI (without micromanaging). - AI for Founders Playbook – Mini Course
It’s your next step if you’re ready for breathing room and real growth. - Join AI for Founders – Free LinkedIn Group
Tools, prompts, and community for female founders who are ready to lead smarter (with a little AI magic).
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