Great Manager Newsletter - July 24, 2024
Powerful Outcomes of Delegation
On this date in 1967, the first modern hospice opened in London. One of the great things to learn from medicine is the way it continues to find new ways of addressing physical and mental health issues. The idea of palliative care is a wonderful advancement.
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The Powerful Outcomes of Delegation
The article "The Power of Why in Delegation" by Stewart Leadership emphasizes the importance of explaining the reasons behind delegated tasks to improve their effectiveness. It outlines three main benefits of delegation: enhancing task completion, fostering employee growth, and freeing up time for leaders. The article details seven steps for effective delegation, with a strong emphasis on clarifying the "why" to ensure understanding and buy-in. This approach builds trust, increases task ownership, and leads to better outcomes.
Watch This
3 Myths of Delegation
Managers have lots of reasons why they do not delegate - most of them bad reasons. In this video, I discuss 3 of the most common myths of delegating that managers need to avoid.
By the Numbers
50% and 33%
According to Deloitte, 50% of women have higher stress levels than 1 year ago. Only 33% feel comfortable talking about mental health struggles at work.
Words of Wisdom
There are no failures - only feedback.
― Richard Bandler
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Discussion Topics
What strategies do you use for effective delegation?
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