Delegation is the assignment of new or additional responsibilities to a subordinate. When done correctly, the individuals involved know exactly what they are to do, and the chances for success are maximized. Refer to the unit readings in the textbook section on delegation (pp. 126-127).

Pick a job or position (paid or unpaid) that you have held in which you delegated to others or had responsibilities delegated to you.

Describe your experience with delegation in terms of what went well and why, or what did not go as expected.

What could have improved the chances of a successful outcome in that particular situation?

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Delegation is the assignment of new or additional responsibilities to a subordinate. When done correctly, the individuals involved know exactly what they are to do, and the chances for success are maximized. Refer to the unit readings in the textbook section on delegation (pp. 126-127).

Pick a job or position (paid or unpaid) that you have held in which you delegated to others or had responsibilities delegated to you.

Describe your experience with delegation in terms of what went well and why, or what did not go as expected.

What could have improved the chances of a successful outcome in that particular situation?