Authorization of the True Secret

Author: [UK] Smart
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Delegation seems simple—it's just about assigning tasks to subordinates and letting them complete them. However, in real life, delegation is not as straightforward as it seems. Managers often end up with unexpected results, even when adhering to the so-called standard delegation model. Why is this the case? Is it due to poor delegation skills on the part of managers, or are team performances truly disappointing? This book points out that delegation can only be effective when managers clearly define the ultimate goals of tasks, leverage employees' strengths, grant them sufficient authority, provide necessary guidance and supervision at the right time. The author of this book has extensive experience in delegation training and believes that delegation can only achieve extraordinary results when tailored to the right time, place, and people, combined with one's own characteristics and management style.