It also helps keep their name clear as an integral part of maintaining their leadership. I am always amused at this approach to management and, if it is obvious to me, then I'm sure it is obvious to others that this individual lacks the confidence within them to effectively lead others. If you are in a leadership position and no matter what the situation, when a problem arises, assume the trouble starts with you. After all, if you are in charge, you do share some, if not all, of the responsibility. The unique benefit of leadership is that everyone can learn from good and bad experiences alike.
Problem solving can be a good experience and a great builder of character and leadership.
Well there is a big difference when you routinely communicate with employees, making sure that they are doing a great job meeting commitments to the company, and making sure the company is meeting it's commitments to the employee. If you do everything you can for your employees and the day comes when one decides to leave the firm for reasons beyond what is possible for the company to provide, then you know there is nothing more you could have done. I was taught this advice years ago and find it useful on a regular basis. For some people, this provides a false sense of control and leadership. Taking advantage of the moment will only come back to haunt the victor in the future.