Delegation

1. Delegation Why Delegate Obstacles to effective delegation Successful delegation involves

2. Why Delegate • The manager who is bogged down in details cannot direct the organization, mobilize its resources and plan for the future….which is the important part of their position

3. Additional benefits of Delegation • 1. It acts as in-service training and development for employees (prepares them for added responsibility later) • 2. It encourages self esteem • 3. The manager who does not delegate effectively becomes more of a worker than a manager (working harder……………... …………………..but accomplishing less

4. Obstacles to effective delegation • Lack of agreement on guidelines and standards • lack of training by subordinate • lack of confidence by supervisors in subordinates • lack of confidence by supervisors in themselves • fear of being out-shined by subordinates • perfectionist attitude • unwillingness to delegate enjoyable tasks • adherence to the status quo

5. Successful Delegation • Set job standards that are fair and attainable • Understand the concept • it is not only desirable….but necessary • Know subordinates capabilities • select the right person for the job • Develop goals and objectives • involves in-depth communication • Some job functions should not be delegated • performance appraisals, budgeting (possibly)

6. Characteristics of poor delegaters • They take work home • They work longer than their subordinates • They spend too much time doing for others what they can do for themselves • Their in-basket fills up while they’re away • They are frequently interrupted with questions for advice • They are involved in all activities