The Dos and Don’ts of delegation

Could you just check these figures/ take the minutes/ look after the refreshments? A straightforward question like this might be no problem at all – or it might turn into a big job for you that you’re going to resent later on. When tasks are delegated to us, we instinctively know if they’re fair or not. When we delegate to others, the challenge is to do this in the most constructive way possible. This checklist will help you get the tone right for written or verbal requests.