The Art and Science of Delegation: How to Delegate (With Advice from 11 Leaders)

First things first, what is delegation?

What delegation doesn’t mean

Are you ready to delegate? Watch out for these 5 warning signs

Why should you outsource a task you can do yourself? 5 benefits of delegation

Benefit 1: You save time and energy by shortening your to-do list

Benefit 2: Your colleagues are happier because you trust them

Benefit 3: Each task gets done with better focus and attention to detail

Benefit 4: You find better ways to do the same ol’ things

Benefit 5: You’re able to focus on tasks that you enjoy and that create the highest impact

How to delegate effectively in 4 steps

Step 1: Decide what you want to delegate

Step 2: Choosing the right people to delegate to

Step 3: Setting up systems, resources, and expectations to help your team succeed

Step 4: Provide feedback and ask for it too

Delegation in Todoist

Delegation is a science with a dollop of art