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Delegating Decisions, Not Tasks
Specify the decision-types (not tasks) you will delegate via an explicit authority ring.
Goal
Move from delegating "execution" to delegating "judgment" — top managerial maturity.
Steps
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List 10 decision-types you regularly make (pricing, temp hire, discount, policy exception...).
Expected Outcome
Immediate
3-5 weekly approval requests stop.
Evidence base
School: Delegation Theory
Founders: Robert Anthony · Peter Drucker (1965)
Anthony at HBS — delegating decisions, not tasks, is a managerial maturity stage.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Delegating Decisions, Not Tasks" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Delegating Decisions, Not Tasks"?
3-5 weekly approval requests stop. In the short term: Team self-decides in 70% of cases.
Is "Delegating Decisions, Not Tasks" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Delegation Theory (Robert Anthony, Peter Drucker (1965)). Anthony at HBS — delegating decisions, not tasks, is a managerial maturity stage.
Is "Delegating Decisions, Not Tasks" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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