Am I Alone in Thinking ‘It’s Faster If I Do It Myself’? Why That’s Costing You

Let’s be honest: how many times have you muttered, “It’s just faster if I do it myself,” while rolling your eyes at the idea of handing off tasks to someone else? If your business life feels like a one-person relay race—where you’re passing the baton from one hand to the other while running in circles—you’re not alone. But here’s the kicker: while you’re winning the sprint, you’re losing the marathon. And it’s costing you.

Why ‘Doing It All Yourself’ Feels Like a Win (But Isn’t)

On the surface, the DIY approach seems like a time-saver. You’re quick, you know exactly how you like things done, and there’s no explaining or waiting involved. But here’s the problem: running your business solo turns every task into a juggling act, and you’re one surprise email away from dropping everything.

Think of it like running on a treadmill that speeds up every time you touch it. Sure, you’re covering ground, but you’re going nowhere fast—and it’s only a matter of time before you trip.

The Hidden Costs of Going Solo

While it might seem like the quickest route to getting things done, constantly doing everything yourself comes with hidden costs that add up fast:

• Burnout Is Real: When you’re the CEO, the admin, the marketing team, and the IT support, it’s no wonder your “quick break” turns into a power nap on your keyboard.

• Opportunities Slip Away: Every minute spent on repetitive tasks is a minute not spent planning, strategizing, or closing that big deal.

• Bottlenecks and Backlogs: You’re efficient, but you’re also just one person. When everything goes through you, delays become inevitable.

Why Delegation Isn’t Just a Corporate Buzzword

It’s time to take “it’s faster if I do it myself” off its pedestal and give delegation the respect it deserves. Because, spoiler alert: delegation isn’t just for big teams or execs with assistants named Karen. It’s for you, the business owner who’s tired of running the treadmill at full speed.

Here’s what happens when you start handing things off:

• Tasks Get Done, and You Get to Breathe: Shocking, right? Delegation allows you to focus on high-value activities that only you can do, while the rest gets handled.

• Efficiency Skyrockets: When you create a system for your business, you can stop playing Whac-A-Mole with tasks and start actually getting ahead.

• Growth Becomes Real: You’re no longer just keeping your business afloat; you’re steering the ship toward bigger and better opportunities.

What’s Holding You Back from Letting Go?

I get it. Letting go of tasks is hard. It’s like letting someone else cook in your kitchen—they don’t know where the spatula is, and you’re pretty sure they’re going to burn the toast. But here’s the thing: with the right processes and a little bit of trust, you can go from “It’s faster if I do it myself” to “Why didn’t I delegate sooner?”

Ready to Ditch the Treadmill and Run Toward Success?

If your business feels like a solo race with no finish line, it’s time to shake things up. Let’s chat about how you can go from running in circles to running a business that works for you, not the other way around.

Get on my calendar now for a personalized strategy session where we’ll pinpoint the quick wins that can turn your “all-me-all-the-time” operation into a well-oiled machine. Trust me, your future self—the one sipping coffee without a care—will thank you.