id: 1212
title: Delegation is lending one’s authority to another to perform an action and be accountable for the result.
date: 2021-12-21

Delegation is lending one’s authority to another to perform an action and be accountable for the result.

Expectations should be set clearly and appropriateness assessed. Acceptance and tracking are also requisite. Followup keeps the action moving and reinforces accountability. Frequency and difficulty can suggest which types of tasks to delegate.