One of the vital functions of management is to distribute and coordinate work among the group. Delegating well requires understanding what delegation is and isn’t. Here are three common delegation myths that effective managers don’t fall prey to.
Delegation an essential skill for managers. When they delegate poorly, it can lead to accusations of micromanagement. Good delegation requires careful navigation through treacherous waters.
Delegation isn’t a “fire and forget” activity. Effective managers monitor and guide the progress of delegated work—and they do it in a way that doesn’t feel like micromanagement.