No Strings Attached – Untangling Conversations About Shady Topics
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Whether you’re a trade professional, an interior designer, a curious homeowner, or someone who simply enjoys honest stories about business and life and the pursuit of the American Dream, this show has something for you.
The voice behind the mic? That’s me—Roger Magalhaes, founder of Shades In Place & Trading Up Consulting and a proud veteran of the window covering industry.
I’ve worn a lot of hats over the years—installer, trainer, speaker, business owner—and now, podcast host and author.
This show is my way of sharing what I’ve learned, what I’ve lived, and what I’m still figuring out. No fluff, no filters—just stories and strategies that might help you on your own path.
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No Strings Attached – Untangling Conversations About Shady Topics
#14 - Trusting Issues Gone Forever: Delegation Strategies for Small Business Owners
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If you've ever said "Nobody will ever do this better than me," you're not alone and you're probably exhausted. In this honest episode, Roger Magalhaes shares the moment he finally let go of control and discovered that delegating isn't losing power, it's gaining freedom.
In this episode, you'll discover:
✅ How to overcome control issues in business - Why the "I'll do it myself" mindset is killing your growth
✅ Effective delegation strategies - What happened when Roger hired help and tasks came back faster, cleaner, and better
✅ The transformation after two years - How Lismar changed Shades In Place and gave Roger his life back
✅ Signs you need to delegate - Overflowing inbox, no sleep, and believing rest is for "other people"
✅ What happens when you let go - Improved business operations AND becoming a better leader, husband, and creator
Perfect for: Small business owners drowning in tasks, window treatment dealers doing everything themselves, entrepreneurs who think delegation means weakness, or anyone convinced they're the only one who can do the job right.
🎧 Listen now to get your permission slip to rethink everything about control, trust, and building a scalable business.
Key Takeaway: Hiring help didn't just improve the business, it improved Roger. Letting go didn't make him weaker. It made him a better leader.
Related Resource: 📖 Read the full story: The Day I Finally Learned to Let Go
Keywords: delegating in small business, overcoming control issues in business, how to outsource effectively, window treatment business growth, delegation strategies for entrepreneurs, hiring help for small business, letting go of control
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