One of the most difficult tasks of leadership is to effectively delegate assignments.To others. Delegating is a skill that must be put into practice very carefully. When Successfully done, more is accomplished, which reflects favorably on the manager,The team member, and the work unit. The new title of this book, Delegation Skills.For Leaders, addresses the subject of delegation as an essential tool for leaders.Leaders want to be successful, and to be competitive they will work hard to achieve Their goals. Delegation is a process that is designed to help the leader in the quest
For success. But there are also risks. Unsuccessful delegated assignments reflect. Poorly on the manager. This book offers suggestions, ideas, and a step-by-step.Approach that will reduce these risks and guarantee delegation success. Managers must focus on planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling.They also need to develop employees who can improve their job performance.And become more valuable to the organization. In this way organizations grow.And their accomplishments soar. A key method of ensuring stronger employee. Performance is to delegate responsibility to the individual. Most employees want. Increased responsibility and are usually willing to take on tough assignments.Strong leaders understand this and strive to develop others by delegating. Meaningful work assignments.Delegation is not some mysterious art available only to a chosen few. It is a basic.Management skill that involves a process that can be learned. By putting into Practice the techniques, ideas, suggestions, and skills presented in this book, you will
become more effective at delegating. This will enhance your abilities as a leader, allowing you to achieve even more success
How Well Do I Delegate?
Self-assessment is an ongoing management skill. Strong leaders continually assess their skills; this allows them to continue to develop and become even stronger Performers. You can do the same thing the self-assessment exercises in this section will provide you with considerable Insight into your willingness and ability to delegate. These exercises can also helpYou identify areas of concern regarding how you currently delegate.Identify Your Strengths.
This exercise is an opportunity to identify your strengths and determine where Improvement would be beneficial. Read each statement and circle the number that best describes you. The higher the number, the more the statement describes you.When you have finished, total the numbers circled in the space provided.
1. Each of my employees knows what I expect of them. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
2.I involve employees in goal setting, problem solving,
And other important issues confronting my work unit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
3. I place my personal emphasis on planning, organizing,
Motivating, and controlling, rather than completing tasks
Others could do 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
4. When assigning work, I select the assigning
Thoughtfully 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
5. When problems occur on projects I have delegated,
I Give the employees a reasonable chance to work them
Out for themselves 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
6. When I delegate work to team members, I make certain
They understand what to do and what is expected 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
7. I see delegation as one way to help employees develop
Their skills, and I assign work accordingly 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8. I support and help employees in emergencies, but I do
Not permit them to leave work for me to do 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
9. When I assign work, I stress the results desired but also
Show my willingness to help the employee where Needed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
10. When I delegate a project that affects others, I make
Sure everyone concerned knows who is in charge 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
11. When delegating work, I grant the authority to do the
Job based on an employee’s experience level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
12. I hold my employees responsible for results of delegated
Tasks and projects 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Total: __________
A score between 72 and 84 suggests you are on target. A score between 48 and 71Indicates you are getting by, but could improve. Anything below 48 means you need to make changes.
Removing Obstacles to Delegation
Self-Imposed Obstacles
The self-imposed obstacles are the easiest to deal with. You can often eliminate them by changing your attitudes. Perhaps you need to look at you.Team members in a more positive light. Place emphasis on what they can do rather than on what they cannot do. Become willing to give them a chance.To get involved and to develop
Employee-Imposed Obstacles
If you checked yes to obstacles in the employee-imposed obstacle category,you still have considerable control to make positive changes. Again, a more positive attitude toward your employees will be a big first step. If your team members do not have much experience, set up a plan to train and develop.
Them. Let your goal be to turn those inexperienced employees into experienced.Ones. Every employee deserves a chance to develop and gain experience delegating tasks and projects, with your involvement, will help them develop. Do you have a developmental plan for each one of your employees? If not, it is time to get started—it will be a win-win situation for everyone
Situation-Imposed Obstacles
Attitude also plays an important role with situation-imposed obstacles. Keep In mind that you are the leader and leaders take charge.The situations-imposed obstacles are under your control as much as anything else. Step up to the challenge and being the process of eliminating them. If needed, develop a written action plan.
Keep it simple by listing the positive steps. You are willing to take to eliminate these obstacles may be
another manager or your own manager can help. Do not be afraid to ask. Find the most successful leaders in your organization and ask how they manage these challenges. Remember, strong leaders are willing to act and make change, they never give up. You can do the same thing
For Another View
For even more insight into how well you delegate, ask your employees what they think. Ask them to complete the exercises you just completed, only with you as the subject. They merely have to insert your name into most of the statements. Once they complete this delegated task, your insight about how you handle delegation will be even clearer. You will probably learn more about your management style
As well far too many leaders decide for themselves that they are doing a great job and seldom ask others for input. Strong leaders search for ways to improve their performance. All of us have room to improve and can do so if we are willing to assess ourselves and have an eagerness for self-improvement. Leaders who rely only on their own assessment can easily have false perceptions. Let others, especially your direct reports, get involved in helping you improve.When you do, you will probably be complimented. That too will help you become An even stronger leader.
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