Effective Delegation often holds the key to managerial success and time management. What should you consider before delegating? Here are some tips to make sure delegation goes the best it can:
1. Be clear on the tasks you want to, and can, delegate. Not eveything can be delegated as a manager. What are some of the concrete activities/tasks you can pass on.
2. Consider who might benefit from the opportunity to take on the task. Do they have the skills (or stretch ability) to get it done?
3. Be clear on what the end result is expected to look like. Make sure that there is a common picture held by both of you.
4. Ensure that the person you are delegating to has the necessary resources, and authority, to complete the task.
5. Create a common understanding about time frames, success factors, and what the final product will look like.
6. Set up regular touchpoints/meetings to check in on progress and identify any roadblocks that are emerging.
7. Once the task is completed, review/identify any lessons learned.
8. Recognize and celebrate the achievement in a way that is meaningful and relevant.
Have a great week,
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Author of Effective Group Coaching (Wiley, 2010)
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