# Don't delegate your word

<https://world.hey.com/jason/don-t-delegate-your-word-1875de99>

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## What Jamie wrote

I've followed this approach 99% of the time.

> But there’s one thing you should hold tight and never let go. It’s the thing that should never be delegated.
> 
> It’s your voice.
> 
> Speak for yourself. Don’t let anyone speak for you. Don’t have someone else Tweet on your behalf. Or write posts under your name. Or take your calls. Or read or respond to your emails.

I've had many people ask who helps with this email and they are surprised when I tell them nobody. I've had people try to sell me their ability to take over my LinkedIn profile and increase something or other. No thanks. 

I like this final call out.

> You = you is the equation to solve.

Simple.

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