Successful companies rely on leaders who know how to build strong teams, efficient processes and an organizational culture that thrives independently. Contrary to the belief that good leaders are indispensable, the idea of becoming "dispensable" can be the true differentiator to ensure sustainable growth and scalability of the business
A Gallup study revealed that 70% of the variation in employee engagement is directly related to the quality of leadership. Furthermore, companies that train their teams to operate autonomously can grow up to 25% faster, according to data from the Harvard Business Review. However, reaching this level of self-sufficiency requires more than just good intentions. It is necessary to have consistent work on people development and process structuring
Jhonny Martins, vice-president of theSERAC, corporate solutions hub reference in the accounting areas, legal, educational and technology, it highlights that delegating responsibilities and developing the potential of employees are fundamental steps to create a company that operates without solely relying on the leader's presence. A truly effective leader is not one who centralizes all decisions, but what builds a solid foundation for the business to thrive independently. This strengthens not only the team, but also the company's ability to face challenges and adapt to changes, affirms
For Jhonny, being an expendable leader does not mean being irrelevant, but rather essential for the evolution of the team and the organization. "By structuring an autonomous team", the leader allows the company to focus on growth and innovation, without being tied to daily operations. Leaderships that centralize everything limit the potential of the business. Those that share the spotlight create a resilient organization ready to grow sustainably, evaluate Jhonny
У SERAC, the executive says he seeks to lead by example, applying strategies to foster a work environment that combines efficiency, innovation and collaboration. "Being an expendable leader is one of the greatest virtues for those who wish to leave a legacy and build a company prepared for the future", concludes
Check out some practices suggested by Jhonny Martins that can help any leadership to encourage the independence and efficiency of the team
- Delegate with purpose: It is essential that each delegated task comes with clear objectives, context and autonomy, allowing employees to develop solutions with confidence
- Structuring robust processes: The creation of well-defined workflows ensures that the team knows what to do even in the absence of the leader, reducing the dependence on immediate decisions
- Investing in continuous development: "Empowering employees is the best investment a leader can make. Trainings, regular feedback and mentoring help to raise the level of competence and self-confidence of the team, explain Jhonny
- Recognizing and encouraging emerging leadership: Identifying talents within the team and promoting internal growth strengthens the organizational culture and creates a more diverse leadership structure
