The Busy Manager's Guide to Delegation ~ Paperback ~ Richard A Luecke

Delegation amounts to a lot more than just passing work off onto subordinates. When handled correctly, it gives managers a chance to strengthen their departments by developing the skills and organizational competencies of their people. Filled with quick tips, exercises, self-assessments, and practical worksheets, this book presents an easy-to-master five-step process for effective delegation. Readers will learn how to: * determine which task to delegate * identify the right person for the job * assign the task * monitor progress and provide feedback * and evaluate performance The book shows readers how to set the stage for excellent results, what to do if things go wrong, and how to ensure that all their people benefit from the experience. This is a quick, comprehensive course on an essential-and sometimes overlooked-management competency.Table of ContentsCONTENTS Preface vii Introduction 1 Chapter 1 Determine Which Tasks to Delegate 9 Chapter 2 Identify the Right Person for the Job 19 Chapter 3 Assign the Task 33 Chapter 4 Monitor Progress and Provide Feedback 49 Chapter 5 Evaluate Performance 59 Chapter 6 Typical Problems and How to Solve Them 73 Chapter 7 Five-Day Shape-Up Plan 87 Afterword 93 Glossary 95 Selected Readings 97 Index 99Author BiographyRichard A. Luecke is a business writer and entrepreneur. He is the author of The Manager's Toolkit, The Entrepreneur's Toolkit, and How to Become a Better Negotiator, Second Edition. Perry McIntosh has over fifteen years of management experience at midand senior levels. She is the co-author of a self-study course for aspiring managers.