Delegation in an Organization

 Delegation in an organization.

Delegation is a responsibility and authority is the work assigned to a position from the respective manager.

Delegation is important for all organization because it reduce the burdden of the manager and leaves him free to look on another important matters of the organization. So, Delegation is actually a benefit for the a organization and mainly each one of employees (directly or indirectly)

Unfortunately, there are some barriers to delegation (from subordinates and managers too).

Why subordinates avoid delegations.

1. Fear of criticism for mistakes and inefficiency.

2. Lack of benefits (financially / appreciations) for their afforts.

3. Lack of motivation to accept the delegation.

4. Unwilling to accept the responsibility. 5. Lack of resources for task completion.

However, sometimes managers are avoiding to delegate to subordinates due to Lack of confidence in efficiency/capabilities/sense of responsibility of subordinates.

Therefore, for the effective delegation following points to be taken.

1. Trust in subordinates

2. Motivate subordinates.

3. Improve the organization's climates (financial and mentally)

4. Improve the communication (formally or informally)

5. Provide training.

6. Provide clear-cut responsibility and authority.