Chapter 5

The delegation dilemma – ‘I wouldn’t ask someone to do something I wouldn’t do myself’

Highlights

  • In this chapter you will learn how to make delegation simpler, clearer, more compelling and more effective. Delegation is about engaging people positively to make things happen. The art is choosing the right people, asking in the right way and creating clear responsibilities.
  • Barking Bosses who struggle to let control of tasks go and Superhero Bosses who set big goals with insufficient support both get inferior performance and demotivated teams.
  • Coaching Leaders ...

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