If You Want Something Done... Delegate
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If You Want Something Done... Delegate
Delegating can often feel like a daunting task. You may think, "It's easier if I just do it myself," "No one else can do it as well as I can," or "I don't have time to teach someone." Sound familiar? While these thoughts are common, they often lead to overburdened to-do lists and days slipping by without accomplishing everything you need.
The Impact of Not Delegating
When you hesitate to delegate, the results can be overwhelming:
- Feeling out of control
- Increased stress and anxiety
- Procrastination due to an overloaded schedule
- Stagnation in career advancement
Delegating is a key strategy emphasized in our time management seminars because it's frequently overlooked in everyday routines.
Learning from Leaders
Consider why some CEOs earn significantly more than their employees. It's not because they work ten to fifty times more hours; it's because they prioritize overseeing the big picture and effectively delegate tasks. They rely on a trained team to handle specific operations.
Even if you don't have the luxury of multiple assistants, you can still learn to delegate. Here are some resources to consider:
1. Office Assistants: Challenge them with responsibilities beyond mundane tasks to help them grow.
2. Family Members: Share household chores to teach responsibility and create more family time. If you're self-employed, consider hiring your children for routine office tasks.
3. Outsourcing: If in-house help isn't available, consider hiring experts such as bookkeepers or web designers. Local high schools or community colleges might have students interested in internships.
Steps to Effective Delegation
Like top executives, look at the big picture in your work and personal life. Identify your goals and the tasks that will help you achieve them. Ask yourself:
- Why am I doing this?
- Is there someone else who can help?
- Can I train someone to take over?
Once you've identified tasks to delegate, follow these steps:
1. Clearly communicate what needs to be done
2. Ensure understanding
3. Set an agreed-upon completion date
4. Grant the necessary authority for the task
5. Highlight benefits for the person taking on the task
6. Be available for questions but avoid micromanaging
The Benefits of Delegating
Investing time in getting organized will pay off quickly. You'll save time in the long run and advance your goals more efficiently. While training someone may take a bit of effort upfront, it frees you from recurring work in the weeks and months ahead.
Don't delay in taking these steps to streamline your workload. Effective delegation is a critical component of successful time management.
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