To empower a team member lacking autonomy, consider the following: -Set Clear Expectations: Define roles and outcomes to ensure clarity. -Encourage Decision-Making: Involve them in decisions to build confidence. -Provide Resources: Ensure they have the tools, training, and support needed. -Promote Ownership: Assign tasks that allow them to take full responsibility. -Offer Constructive Feedback: Regularly provide feedback, highlighting strengths and areas for growth. These steps can help foster independence and confidence in their role.

Always expect the unexpected. A team composed of different people with different perspectives. It is the duty of the leader to align the output of his team despite the big differences. Have a direct talk with the person. Explain to him his responsibilities and the expected outcomes. Explain to him that sometimes he need autonomy to decide within his area of responsibility. Determine his reasons for lack of autonomy and work out for the solutions. Recognize also initiative and celebrate when people make decisions. It will take time to develop that person to practice autonomy. Don't leave that person until he will become confident to do on his own.