delegating

Thân thiện

The manager is delegating tasks to her team members.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions: "Delegating" refers to the process or action of entrusting responsibility and authority to others, typically those in lower positions, to make specific decisions or perform certain tasks.

Usage

• As a subject: "Delegating is a key skill for effective management."
• As an object: "The manager improved efficiency through skillful delegating."
• With a possessive: "Her delegating of routine tasks freed up time for strategic planning."

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "the art of delegating": This phrase emphasizes delegating as a skill that requires practice and finesse.
  • Mastering the art of delegating is crucial for any leader.
• "effective/ineffective delegating": These collocations judge the quality of the delegation process.
  • Ineffective delegating can lead to confusion and missed deadlines.

Variants and Related Words

• Delegate (verb): To entrust a task or responsibility to another person.
  • You should delegate more of your daily tasks to your assistant.
• Delegate (noun): A person sent or authorized to represent others.
  • She was the chief delegate at the conference.
• Delegation (noun): The act of delegating OR a group of delegates.
  • The delegation of authority was clearly outlined. (act)
  • A delegation from the company attended the summit. (group)

Synonyms

• Devolution: The delegation of power, especially by a central government to local or regional administrations.
• Deputation: The act of appointing or authorizing someone as a deputy or agent.

Related Phrases

• "hands-off approach": A management style characterized by extensive delegating and minimal direct supervision.
  • His hands-off approach relies on trust and effective delegating.

Học thuật

Noun

1. authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions

Từ đồng nghĩa

• delegation
• relegating
• relegation
• deputation