How to delegate clearly and effectively
How to delegate
This free and simple guide will transform how you delegate going forward - saving you 🕰️ & 💵 👇
I have used this in various work settings the past 10+ years and even with my local scouting troop. It works!
This was adopted from Full Focus .
𝟱 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
As a leader, whenever you delegate a task, you need to make it clear what level of authority you are conferring to others:
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟭: Do exactly what I tell you to do. I've already figured out what needs to be done.
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟮: Look into the topic and report back. We'll discuss it, and then I'll make the decision and tell you what to do.
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟯: Research the options, outline the pros and cons, and recommend a course of action. If I agree with your choice, you're authorized to proceed.
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟰: Make a decision and then update me on what you did. I trust you to do the research and make the best decision.
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟱: Decide on your own. No need to check back with me. I have full confidence in your judgment, and you have my support.
Utilize this script below
I programmed a shortcut through text expander and paste apps, so anytime I need to delegate I just type ".dele" and this pops up below -->
1. Clear description of the project (The What)
2. Clear rationale (the Why- what is driving the what)
3. Key factors like
Budget
Internal/External Resources
4. Key Milestones to hit
5. A Clear Set of parameters (HOW)
Due Dates, Important Dates
6. A Clear Wins
7. Level of Delegation (1-5)
More on delegation:
5 Levels of Delegation from Michael Hyatt
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