Leadership Empowers - Giving People a Permission Slip to be Great. 

I am confident that there is greatness is everyone. It is critical to my company, my church and my community that I help pull the greatness out of people in each of those arenas of life. This is one of the ways that I serve God. I am a result of other people in my life empowering me, trusting me and believing in me. 

The word empower is defined in this way; 1) The authority or power given to someone to do something. 2) To encourage and support the ability to do something

The idea of “giving people a permission slip to be great” means that effective leadership is not about control, ego, or authority—it’s about empowering others. In a business context, this kind of leadership unlocks the potential in your team by:

  • Encouraging ownership and initiative
  • Creating an environment where people are safe to take risks
  • Recognizing and calling out the gifts in others
  • Trusting your team to rise to the challenge

A leader that empowers others to be great removes the invisible barriers that keep people stuck in fear or self-doubt. They model trust, provide clarity, and speak belief into their teams. It’s less about micromanaging and more about mobilizing.

For example, a great leader might say:

"I trust you with this project. Make it yours. You've got what it takes."

That permission ignites confidence, creativity, and commitment. The result is increased performance, innovation, and morale.

Practical Ways to Give people permission to be Great

  1. Empowerment through Delegation  - “But select capable men from all the people… and appoint them as officials.”  Exodus 18:21

Moses was overwhelmed until Jethro advised him to delegate. True leadership means recognizing talent and entrusting responsibility to others.

  1. Calling Out Potential –  “The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.” Judges 6:12

God called Gideon a “mighty warrior” while he was still hiding in fear. Leaders, like God did with Gideon, speak identity and purpose over others, even before it’s fully visible.

  1. Servant Leadership – “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…” Mark 10:45

Jesus gave His disciples space to grow, even fail, and learn. He didn’t dominate; He developed. Business leaders who serve their teams create environments where people feel safe and inspired to pursue excellence.

  1. Equipping the Saints – “…to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” Ephesians 4:12

Paul reminds us that leadership is about equipping others—not doing it all ourselves. In business, this means training, mentoring, and giving your team permission to lead in their own right.

Godly leadership gives people freedom and support to walk in the fullness of their calling. In business, that means empowering your team, believing in their potential, and creating a culture where greatness isn’t demanded—it’s invited.

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