Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Leadership and Delegation: Essential Steps Part 3

THE DELEGATION PROCESS

1. CLARIFY OBJECTIVES
When delegating a task, the leader must address the following:
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Communication Structures
  • Coordination
2. AGREE ON RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Leader provides clear terms
  • Team member acknowledges a sense of commitment
  • Team member is free to discuss doubts and concerns
3. DETERMINE SUPPORT AND TRAINING
  • Does the leader need to provide guidance and support in the short- to medium-term?
  • If so, what form of guidance and support is needed?
  • What training is required to ensure the objectives are achieved?
  4. ENSURE FREEDOM TO ACT
  • The team member must feel free to act and make decisions to perform the task
  • The manager must respect this freedom and set clear boundaries
5. MONITOR AND REVIEW
  • Monitoring ensures that the task to be delegated is being performed effectively
  • Review sessions help to empower the team member to perform the task while ensuring appropriate supervision
  6. REWARD
When delegated tasks are performed well, rewards may include:
  • Public Recognition
  • Opportunities for Personal Development
  • Opportunities for Promotion
  • Monetary Rewards
 Until next time...






Sheryl Tuchman, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
http://tools2succeed.com/

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