Everyone on my team now is smarter than me.
And I regret not doing this sooner.
For too long, I thought I had to know it all.
Lead from the front.
Have all the answers.
But something powerful happened when I started hiring people smarter than me:
— My vision expanded
— My thinking deepened
— And my leadership evolved
Here’s why I believe this is one of the best decisions a leader can make:
1. Innovation starts with diverse thinking
The best ideas don’t come from echo chambers.
Different perspectives help build a clearer picture.
2. It elevates your leadership
True leadership isn’t about being the expert.
Smarter people stretch you, challenge you, make you better.
3. You build a learning culture
When curiosity becomes the norm,
Growth becomes the standard.
4. Trust deepens, collaboration thrives
When you trust your team and value their voice,
You build the foundation for collaborative work.
5. You build a legacy, not a pedestal
A business that depends on you isn’t scalable.
Building a team you trust ensures your vision can outlive you.
6. It’s what sets you apart.
Your power is in the minds you gather, not the titles you hold.
The stronger your team, the higher your ceiling.
7. You free yourself to focus on what matters most
With the right people in place, you don’t need to do it all.
It frees you to focus on strategy, relationships, and growth.
I used to think leadership was about proving myself.
Now I know, it’s about building something greater than myself.
Hire people who are smarter than you.
Then watch what becomes possible.
_________
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And I regret not doing this sooner.
For too long, I thought I had to know it all.
Lead from the front.
Have all the answers.
But something powerful happened when I started hiring people smarter than me:
— My vision expanded
— My thinking deepened
— And my leadership evolved
Here’s why I believe this is one of the best decisions a leader can make:
1. Innovation starts with diverse thinking
The best ideas don’t come from echo chambers.
Different perspectives help build a clearer picture.
2. It elevates your leadership
True leadership isn’t about being the expert.
Smarter people stretch you, challenge you, make you better.
3. You build a learning culture
When curiosity becomes the norm,
Growth becomes the standard.
4. Trust deepens, collaboration thrives
When you trust your team and value their voice,
You build the foundation for collaborative work.
5. You build a legacy, not a pedestal
A business that depends on you isn’t scalable.
Building a team you trust ensures your vision can outlive you.
6. It’s what sets you apart.
Your power is in the minds you gather, not the titles you hold.
The stronger your team, the higher your ceiling.
7. You free yourself to focus on what matters most
With the right people in place, you don’t need to do it all.
It frees you to focus on strategy, relationships, and growth.
I used to think leadership was about proving myself.
Now I know, it’s about building something greater than myself.
Hire people who are smarter than you.
Then watch what becomes possible.
_________
♻️ Agree? Repost to share with your network.
➕ Follow Cristina Grancea for more on purpose-driven leadership