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Leadership is more than putting people in position — it’s about putting the right people in the right position.
One of the most repeated but rarely addressed leadership mistakes is assigning someone to a role because of history, familiarity, or loyalty rather than suitability and design. This is called misplacement, and it’s not always obvious at first.
The damage doesn’t show up in rebellion. It shows up in misalignment:
- Assignments are delayed.
- People feel overwhelmed.
- Results don’t match the effort.
- And the leader feels like they’re constantly fixing what shouldn’t be broken.
This happens not because people are “bad” or “lazy,” but because the seat they’re sitting in doesn’t match their strength.
Misalignment = Mismanagement
It’s not just about hiring or appointing — it’s about discerning. Some people are incredible team players but terrible managers. Others are great visionaries but not organizers. As a Kingdom leader, you must be more than appreciative — you must be discerning.
When someone is misplaced:
- They feel drained, not empowered.
- They produce stress, not solutions.
- They require constant correction, not collaboration.
It’s not their fault. It’s yours — for putting them where they’re not graced to grow.
Clarifying the Leader’s Role
Your job is not to micromanage people into success — it’s to identify their design and position them for it.
Jesus didn’t just call people. He positioned them. He didn’t make Peter the treasurer; He gave that to Judas because of function. Peter was built to lead people, not manage money. That’s Kingdom wisdom.
4 Keys to Avoiding Misplacement
1. Discern Before You Delegate
Don’t hand someone a title or task because of loyalty alone. Ask: Are they graced for this? Do they have the mindset and skill set for this position?
2. Develop Through Testing
Promotion should follow proven patterns. Use short-term assignments, projects, or shadowing opportunities before assigning long-term roles.
3. Talk, Don’t Assume
Ask people what gives them energy. What frustrates them? Misunderstood expectations often come from unspoken conversations.
4. Reassign Without Shame
Repositioning someone isn’t failure — it’s wisdom. Celebrate their shift as a strategic realignment, not a demotion.
Leadership Insight
“You can love someone and still recognize they’re not meant to lead in that lane. Love doesn’t require elevation — wisdom does.”
Multiplication Comes Through Alignment
When people are placed in roles that align with their gifts, they don’t just perform — they thrive. They multiply time, energy, and results. That’s how Kingdom leadership works: by discernment, not default.
