Intuitively, the picture resonates. We’ve all had the petty-tyrant boss; the person who loves the sound of their own voice and is oblivious to the resentment and de-motivation they’re engendering. And most of us can relate to the manager who loves to roll up his sleeves and jump in on the line. But don’t…
Update 26Jun13: Outsourcing, engaging a contractor, getting your car fixed, and even going to the doctor, are all forms of delegation, so employing the steps below is just as critical to achieving your desired outcome. * * * * * Delegate, Relegate, Back-up, Follow-up. Read that again. That’s the short version, for memory. Here’s the…
For too many managers, the answer is yes. The simple rule is: Hands-on as much as necessary, but as little as possible, and less over time. Leaders have to allow their reports to do their jobs, and to grow in their jobs, even if that means mistakes. You’re there to catch them when they fall,…
