Delegating

Manage the onslaught.

Delegate (v.) - to commit (powers, functions, etc.) to another as agent or deputy; entrust, assign, transfer. When we hear the word "delegate" in the...

The burdens of subordinates always seem to end up on the manager’s back. Here’s how to get rid of them.

Five Questions with Jeffrey Pfeffer

Delegating responsibility is hard. Not delegating it can be disastrous.

Being in charge is about shaping decisions, not always making them.

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My direct reports believe that I need to do a better job of delegating – or “letting go.” What suggestions do you have for me? My first suggestion in trying to improve delegation skills is for you to always remember: “Delegate more effectively — don’t just delegate more frequently.” My good friend and mentor Paul […]

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Focus on the big picture, not just the execution.

Good managers know when to step in — and when not to.

Getting re-involved in the details can be challenging.

Four common traps to avoid.

It's OK not to be available all the time.

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Applied Research Technologies, Inc. (ART) is a diversified technology company which has used its entrepreneurial culture and encouragement of innovation...

Manage the onslaught.

Delegate (v.) - to commit (powers, functions, etc.) to another as agent or deputy; entrust, assign, transfer. When we hear the word "delegate" in the...

The burdens of subordinates always seem to end up on the manager’s back. Here’s how to get rid of them.

Five Questions with Jeffrey Pfeffer

Delegating responsibility is hard. Not delegating it can be disastrous.

Describes a young man's first job with a large corporation, where he is given a great deal of responsibility but little authority or supervision. The...

Being in charge is about shaping decisions, not always making them.

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Make Your Case relies on your insights to help readers solve pressing business problems. You can help by leaving a comment below or by rating the comments of others — after a week, a guest expert will respond to your feedback and give advice of his or her own. For this week’s case, we tapped […]