One thing that I have learned is that delegation can be one of the keys to success. I understand this logically but I do not always follow my own advice. Yes I believe delegation is a key to success but can be very difficult to do. No matter how difficult at first, it will pay large dividends in the long run.
There are at least two different kinds of managers or leaders in the world. On one extreme there are the hovers and micro manages or someone who does all the work themselves. Then on the other end of the spectrum we have those who will set up procedures, schedules, work flow charts, etc. and will allow employees to work within certain boundaries. They are patient with mistakes and understand that working through mistakes and problems allows the employees to become better and more seasoned individuals.
If you figure what your time is worth and what you pay an employee, you will quickly realize that as you delegate more tasks, you will be saving money. The extra time you save will allow you to focus on more important things like, moving your business forward, adding more sales, developing new products and services and maybe even helping yourself to a better life. Your spouse and children may even get to know who you are.
Delegation is a big key to success and mental wellbeing. You can drive yourself crazy by over working and never getting your "things to do" list complete. It can adversely affect your overall mental health. This will lead you to make bad decisions, grind on your employees and could adversely affect your family.
A church leader from the mid-nineteenth century once was asked how he led such a large body of followers and his response was "I teach them correct principles and they govern themselves." As we teach our employees what needs to be done and how to proceed and then step back and let them do their jobs, they will generally come through with good success. As we hover over them and micro-manage every move they make, they will feel pressured and do inferior work or they may even walk off the job. Good employees are hard to find and training new employees is very expensive, time consuming and distracts you from other important tasks.
Try delegating sometime and you will see what I mean. Maybe you can start with a few smaller tasks and gain confidence in your employees and yourself. Then you can add different tasks and more important ones as you develop the confidence to do so. I am sure you can do it and you will be happy with the results. Good luck.
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