The "Why" And "How" Of Delegating With Elizabeth Smith And Michael Albino Of Major, Lindsey & Africa (E56)

Overwhelmed by an unexpected vacancy on your team? Struggling with how to get the work done now that you're leading your own team? Too many of us fall into a trap thinking we have to "do it ourselves" and don't ask for help. But research shows that effective leaders delegate.

In this episode, Elizabeth Smith and Michael Albino of Major, Lindsey & Africa share why delegating is critical in The Legal Department and how interim talent can help you keep your head above water. Elizabeth and Michael lead interim placements for MLA and have seen hundreds of legal teams. They share best practices for onboarding, how temporary help refreshes a legal team and brings a consultant's mindset to the department, and how interim work can be an on-ramp to an in-house career. If you're feeling overwhelmed and need an extra set of hands, this episode is for you.