The Art of Delegation: How to Effectively Outsource Tasks for Max Productivity

Aadityaseal - thedoublea
3 min readFeb 10, 2023

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I can say with great certainty that Delegation can be a tricky business.

On one hand, you want to pass off tasks so you can focus on the important stuff, but on the other hand, you don’t want to give up control of your work. If you consider yourself a perfectionist, then the matter gets harder.

But fear not, my friend, delegation can be a breeze if approached with the right mindset.

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Now you might ask “Why Delegation is So Important?”

‘Delegation is key to boosting your productivity, freeing up time, and making your work-life balance a little more manageable. When done right, delegation can even help you develop your leadership skills and build a team that rocks.

Plus, it helps create a culture of trust and accountability, where everyone is held responsible for their tasks and performance.

Another question is “What to Delegate, Bruh?”

The first step in delegation is to figure out what tasks can be passed on.

Take a good look at your workload and determine which tasks can be completed by someone else, which require specific expertise, and which are time-sensitive.

Be honest with yourself about your strengths and weaknesses, and think about your team’s skills and experience.

Once you’ve identified what can be delegated, prioritize the tasks based on their importance and urgency. This way, you’ll make sure the most important stuff is taken care of first, freeing up more time for you to focus on the other stuff.

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Another one “Who to Delegate To, Dude?”

The next step is to determine who gets the tasks.

This requires a solid understanding of your team’s skills and experience and a willingness to delegate to those who are best suited to complete the task.

Consider their workload, experience, and their enthusiasm for taking on new responsibilities.

This will take time and you won’t be the greatest in choosing the best person in the first hit. This comes with experience.

Bro, now you gotta “Delegate Like a Pro”

Now that you’ve figured out what to delegate and to whom, it’s time to delegate effectively. This involves clear communication, setting expectations, and providing the necessary support and resources to ensure the task is a success.

When delegating, make sure you clearly communicate the task and its objectives, along with any deadlines or expectations for completion. This helps the delegate understand what’s expected of them and helps them focus on completing the task with ease.

Provide the necessary support and resources, like training or coaching, and access to the tools and resources needed to complete the task. This will help ensure the task is completed successfully and to your satisfaction.

Finally, establish a system of follow-up and feedback. This helps ensure the task was completed correctly and gives you an opportunity to provide constructive feedback on the delegate’s performance.

This is all that you need, at least to start the process.

Do it, my man, it does help a lot.

Also, thanks for reading!

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Aadityaseal - thedoublea

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