Part 2/2 - Learning the art of delegation.

Dear Hivers

It’ll take too long to explain

Good point, but in the long run, that time is going to be worth it. Even if you can’t spare the full hour/two hours/day/week right now, give your colleague the basics and start them off with an easy bit that doesn’t take too much explanation, fill in the gaps for them. It might be better for the other person that way too, so they don’t feel bombarded with information. And bear in mind, also, that you may not be giving them enough credit; they might get the hang of it quicker than you expected.

I like doing this task

Unfortunately, work isn’t just about doing the stuff you enjoy. I know, I’m disappointed too. Of course you should be happy in your job, but the fact is you’re not being paid to have fun. At least not all the time. Sometimes the boring tasks are the ones that need your attention, and that might mean giving your favourite job to someone else, at least temporarily.

working from home everyone else seems busy too

I find cake to be a highly effective tool in this situation… But seriously, you may be surprised to find your colleagues are not quite as busy as you thought, or that they’re really happy to make room for something else, particularly if they like you and want to help you out because, in my experience, most people do want to help if you give them the chance. And also cake.

It’ll look bad

You’re not superhuman; you can only do so much with the limited hours in the day. And there’s nothing wrong with asking for help – often it’s the best thing you can do, and much more efficient for the company than trying to do everything yourself. That’s why delegation is a key skill for a good manager.

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