The Power of Delegation:

As leaders, one of the most valuable skills we can cultivate is the ability to delegate effectively. Delegation is not just about handing off tasks; it's about empowering our team and employees, building trust, and creating a culture of growth while also recognizing the unique value you bring to the organization or business.

Why Delegate? 

Many leaders struggle with delegation because they don't want to lose control of a situation or a task. They may sometimes feel like they are the only ones who can do a job right and thus lack the trust for others to do it.  However, effective delegation is essential for several reasons:

Focus on Strategic Priorities: By delegating, leaders can focus on other overarching goals that will drive the organization forward. This not only helps your team or business become more productive, but it allows leaders to spend their time where it is most impactful. It gets you to work on the business and not simply in the business.

Empowerment and Development: Delegation provides team members with opportunities to learn new skills and take on responsibilities, which can boost their confidence and help them grow. This requires you to give attention to the strengths on your team and the areas where people want to grow.

Efficiency and Productivity: When tasks are delegated to the right people, projects are completed more efficiently. This helps you distribute the workload evenly and prevents burnout, ensuring that everyone can work at their best capacity.

How to Delegate Effectively:

Delegating effectively requires careful consideration and planning. Here are a few tips:

Understand what to delegate and to whom: Not every task is suitable for delegation. Review what you are doing right now and ask yourself: 

1. Who might actually like to grow in this area? This would be a growth-based delegation. 
2. Who might actually be strong in this area? This would be a strength-based delegation

This means that you have to look at the skills and strengths of your team members. You will also have to be prepared to provide support along the way when tasks are delegated. You can NOT simply leave it to people without some level of connection points within that delegated project.

Communicate clearly: Provide clear instructions and context for the tasks you delegate. Outline the expected outcomes, check-in points, deadlines, and any relevant guidelines. Too many overlook this part and are disappointed by the outcome. 

Provide support and resources: If you want to set someone up for success in the delegation process, you must ensure that your team members have the necessary resources and support to complete the tasks. As mentioned before, be available for questions and provide positive and constructive feedback to help them learn and improve.

Delegation is more than just a management tool; it is a leadership strategy that promotes efficiency, development, and a positive work culture. By mastering the art of delegation, leaders can not only improve their productivity but also create a more empowered team. 

What steps can you take this week to improve your delegation strategy?

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Sheeba Varghese is a strategic partner for your talent development solutions and the author of Confidence, Clarity & Ease: A Guide For Emerging Leaders To Thrive. Her passion is to inspire and equip men and women to lead with excellence and authenticity within the spheres of influence that they are called to impact in life. The spheres may be in a home, on a team, in a classroom, among partners in a firm, or within management, to name a few.

Sheeba works with: 

Senior Leaders and professionals who want to develop stronger leadership skills, have impact, and move forward in their careers

Teams who want to work cohesively within their organizations

Coaches who want to renew or apply for certification with ICF

If you want to improve your leadership skills, transition from managing to leading, ensure your team is amazingly successful, increase your self-awareness, and progress your career, or aspire to be a masterful coach for your clients, then Sheeba would love to support you. She works with clients globally, both face-to-face, by phone, or by Zoom.

In her time apart from clients, Sheeba enjoys time with her husband, Santosh, and their 2 sons, Sam and Steven. She loves great movies, a good book, decorating, and dining at the wonderful restaurants in the Bay Area.