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DELEGATE TO EMPOWER . By Aparna Vemuri CTM, CL February 21, 2007. DELEGATION. The process of transferring the responsibility for a specific task to another member and empowering that individual to accomplish the task effectively. Barriers to Delegation. Lack of confidence Fear Vanity
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DELEGATE TO EMPOWER By Aparna Vemuri CTM, CL February 21, 2007
DELEGATION The process of transferring the responsibility for a specific task to another member and empowering that individual to accomplish the task effectively.
Barriers to Delegation Lack of confidence Fear Vanity Insecurity Self -importance
Delegation Steps Decide what to delegate Decide who will do the task Assign responsibility Grant authority Establish accountability
Choose the right people • Knowledgeable • Motivated • Able
Communicate • Describe tasks/expected results • Agree on standards and timetables • Identify training needs • Identify resources • Prepare a report timetable • Specify authority
Benefits of Delegation • More involved,empowered workforce • Increased productivity and quality • Reduced costs • More innovation • Greater commitment