Course Content
The Benefits of Delegation:
Self-Assessment: Current Delegation Practices
- Understanding your delegation style
- Assessing the gap in current practices
Identifying Tasks to Delegate
- Which Tasks to Delegate
- Which Tasks Not to Delegate
Choosing the Right Person
Understanding Team Strengths:
- Skill sets, experience, and potential
- Matching tasks to the right team member
Building Trust:
- Delegating based on team members’ abilities and reliability
- How to avoid “dumping” work and focus on empowering
Delegation vs. Abdication:
- Clarifying responsibilities and expectations
Effective Communication in Delegation
Clear Communication for Delegation:
- Setting clear expectations
- Providing instructions without overwhelming
- Defining goals, deadlines, and checkpoints
- How to Give Authority:
- Empowering the person to make decisions
- Avoiding micromanagement
Feedback Loop:
- How to monitor progress without constant oversight
- Offering constructive feedback
Overcoming Delegation Barriers
Common Delegation Challenges:
- Fear of losing control
- Lack of trust in team members
- Unclear instructions
- Resistance from team members
Overcoming these Barriers:
- Mindset shifts for managers
- Building a culture of trust and accountability