Knowing how to delegate and empower employees is a fundamental skill for any manager wishing to become a remarkable leader. This section provides you with all the essential tools to achieve success in this field.

As a manager, your primary role entails getting things done rather than doing everything yourself. When delegation is effective, results are achieved. It also motivates and empowers employees, develops their skills and creates the next generation of leaders. Delegation gives you leeway to fulfill your other responsibilities – such as planning and implementing improvement strategies.

Knowing how to delegate involves mastering the steps to clearly expressing your expectations and coaching your employees to success. Beyond these steps, it is also essential to understand the pitfalls to avoid and the barriers that hinder your ability to delegate effectively. The sections in this section cover each of these topics in depth.