{"id":8956,"date":"2023-06-23T16:17:39","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T23:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/?p=8956"},"modified":"2024-12-04T04:10:17","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T12:10:17","slug":"effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/","title":{"rendered":"Effectively Delegate and Get More Work Done"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you rise in the work-level hierarchy, your responsibilities rise too. This creates the need to allocate the workload among your co-workers. In other words &#8211; delegate. However, some of us are wary of delegating for various reasons. Check out the ways to delegate effectively and reap the maximum benefits.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-675046a683019\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Ways_to_delegate_and_increase_the_amount_of_work_done\" title=\"Ways to delegate and increase the amount of work done\">Ways to delegate and increase the amount of work done<\/a>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'>\n<li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Learn_to_let_go_of_your_work\" title=\"Learn to let go of your work\">Learn to let go of your work<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Always_delegate_based_on_the_individual%E2%80%99s_skills\" title=\"Always delegate based on the individual\u2019s skills\">Always delegate based on the individual\u2019s skills<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Always_provide_instructions_and_guidelines\" title=\"Always provide instructions and guidelines\">Always provide instructions and guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Be_ready_to_teach_new_skills\" title=\"Be ready to teach new skills\">Be ready to teach new skills<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Keep_a_check_on_the_assigned_task\" title=\"Keep a check on the assigned task\">Keep a check on the assigned task<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Encourage_Feedback\" title=\"Encourage Feedback\">Encourage Feedback<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#Wrapping_up\" title=\"Wrapping up\">Wrapping up<\/a>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'>\n<li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'>\n<li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/effectively-delegate-and-get-more-work-done\/#About_the_Author\" title=\"About the Author\">About the Author<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effectively_Delegate_and_Get_More_Work_Done\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effectively_Delegate_and_Get_More_Work_Done\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effectively Delegate and Get More Work Done<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of us refrain from delegating work to others. While doing everything yourself might make you feel confident about the quality of work, it isn\u2019t always feasible. Whether you are a project manager, an entrepreneur, or holding a position of authority, today or tomorrow, you need to delegate your work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, no worries. In this article, we delve into the effective ways to delegate and get the maximum work done in the best possible manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_delegate_and_increase_the_amount_of_work_done\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_delegate_and_increase_the_amount_of_work_done\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ways to delegate and increase the amount of work done<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are countless ways to delegate effectively, some of the key strategies include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_to_let_go_of_your_work\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_to_let_go_of_your_work\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn to let go of your work<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common perspective of most managers or leaders is their profound dedication to their work. As a result, they become somewhat possessive of their duties and tasks and feel insecure about letting go of them. In addition, some leaders suffer from the perception that they alone can complete the tasks efficiently, and others lack the necessary abilities. (<a href=\"https:\/\/desertrose.com\/order-klonopin\/\">desertrose.com<\/a>) <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever the case, you need to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/managing-from-the-top\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get started with delegating<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As a first step, you can start small by assigning simpler jobs to your teammates or subordinates and gradually work your way up. Gain the trust and confidence of your teammates so that you get accustomed to the idea of your team completing the tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_delegate_based_on_the_individual%E2%80%99s_skills\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_delegate_based_on_the_individual%E2%80%99s_skills\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always delegate based on the individual\u2019s skills<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, leaders assign tasks to those with a lighter workload. That\u2019s not the correct method. First, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/6-steps-to-build-an-effective-team\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">understand the strengths and weaknesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of each member of your team and be sure of each one\u2019s skill set and area of expertise. Next, delegate those tasks only to someone with interest and expertise. This would make them confident over time, and you can rest assured that the job will be done well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_provide_instructions_and_guidelines\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_provide_instructions_and_guidelines\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always provide instructions and guidelines<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you think a task is quite obvious, assign the required instructions to the respective teammates. If a task has a milestone or deadline tagged, mention all those details so that work gets completed on time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_ready_to_teach_new_skills\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_ready_to_teach_new_skills\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be ready to teach new skills<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spare some time and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/victorlipman\/2018\/03\/08\/6-good-reasons-to-spend-more-time-developing-your-employees\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teach new skills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> required to do the task. Delegating includes imparting new abilities to the team so you equip them for any future responsibilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_a_check_on_the_assigned_task\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_a_check_on_the_assigned_task\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep a check on the assigned task<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you must trust the potential of your teammates, it\u2019s not wrong to verify that the task is completed. Often, lack of communication poses challenges later, only to know that you missed the deadline. So before the final date of task submission, check with your teammate to ensure there are no lags.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_Feedback\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_Feedback\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage Feedback<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feedback ensures two-way communication and lets you know what your co-workers feel about the delegation process. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbescoachescouncil\/2017\/10\/17\/want-honest-feedback-from-employees-16-strategies-to-try\/?sh=59030af329ac\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always elicit feedback and identify areas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where you or your team can improve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_up\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_up\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrapping up<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delegating is essential for anyone, regardless of the nature of the job or position. Effectively delegating tasks reduces your burden, helps others learn new skills, and boosts everyone\u2019s confidence. Follow the strategies outlined here to enjoy the benefits of effective delegation.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span><strong><em>About the Author<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BCjobs.ca<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is Western Canada\u2019s largest job board, with majority of the jobs coming from Vancouver. For nearly 20 years, BC Jobs has connected job candidates with companies looking to add talent to their team. Here at BCJobs, we understand that looking for a job is difficult. To support our candidates, we recently launched a podcast to help you stand out during your job application. Listen to weekly episodes on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/podcast\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">podcast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to hear what recruiters are thinking and what companies look for when considering their next hire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As you rise in the work-level hierarchy, your responsibilities rise too. This creates the need to allocate the workload among your co-workers. In other words &#8211; delegate. However, some of us are wary of delegating for various reasons. Check out the ways to delegate effectively and reap the maximum benefits. 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