I imagine many of my clients are very busy these days, because I’m regularly asked to talk about “Time Management”. So, to keep with the theme, here are a few tips on how to delegate the right way.
Delegating means giving someone else a task that you are already doing and taking that time to do more important things (or even thinking).
- You don’t just delegate tasks you don’t like
- Poor delegation does not save time
- There is a distinction between delegating a TASK and delegating a RESPONSIBILITY
Some ideas for delegating a task:
- Choose the right person (who has an affinity to do the task)
- Give them a clear mandate and timeframe
- Give them the tools and training they need
- Remain available
- Give thanks and value
Some ideas for delegating responsibility:
- Choose the right person
- Delegate end goals, not “how to do it
- Give a clear mandate, share all necessary skills and information
- Also delegate the decision-making power inherent in this responsibility
- Have a verification system (reporting or monitoring)
- Praise and reward according to the work done
That’s it! I hope these ideas will save you some time.
Good success!
