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7-Question Delegation Brief
Before any delegation, answer 7 questions in writing — send them with the handover.
Goal
End "I knew what I wanted, why didn't they?" by writing expectations explicitly.
Steps
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Goal: what is the exact deliverable?
Expected Outcome
Immediate
In ~2/3 of cases, one question has no answer — a precious surprise before kickoff.
Evidence base
School: High Output Management
Founders: Andy Grove (1983)
Grove at Intel — managers must write expectations before delegating.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "7-Question Delegation Brief" take?
This exercise takes about 20 minutes, practiced solo in a Journaling format.
When will I notice the effect of "7-Question Delegation Brief"?
In ~2/3 of cases, one question has no answer — a precious surprise before kickoff. In the short term: Follow-up meetings drop 50% because everything is written.
Is "7-Question Delegation Brief" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on High Output Management (Andy Grove (1983)). Grove at Intel — managers must write expectations before delegating.
Is "7-Question Delegation Brief" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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