Tip of the week: Delegate thoughtfully

Every time you make a decision to delegate and involve staff, you free up time to focus on other job duties, build self-esteem among staff, grow new leaders, and send a clear message that teamwork is valued. However, be careful that you never dump a problem on staff because you are tired of dealing with it—that is inappropriate behavior for a manager. Also avoid letting delegated tasks fall by the wayside. Schedule time with staff members you've entrusted with a responsibility to review their progress and be a resource for them.