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New manager tips for delegation
If you’re a new manager who is nervous at the prospects of delegating tasks to your new team, it’s completely understandable. Delegation is both one of the most essential and tricky parts of being a manager, but one that is particularly difficult at the start of people and team management.
Effective delegation can be derailed by mental narratives, too, such as perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or wanting everyone to like us, any of which can lead to management consequences ranging from low leader effectiveness/confidence, to overwork/burnout, to micromanagement.
Improve your ability to delegate with the following tips.
Watch a video version of these tips, and explore how working with a leadership coach can help you become a more effective leader.
Don’t just throw tasks over the fence
Before delegating a task, be sure to:
- Document the process
- Clarify and communicate clear expectations to your delegate
- Define the metrics or criteria for what a successful delegation looks like
Also, try to discuss the task live, rather than via Slack or email, to allow your delegate to ask…
