Delegation and Setting Goals that Work

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Course overview

The effective delegation workshop highlights the importance of delegation in increasing the motivation, agility, and responsibility of team members, while reducing the burden on the leader. Learn how to identify which tasks to delegate, who to delegate to, and how to delegate successfully.

Develop your delegation and goal setting skills

By the end of this 3.5-hour workshop, you will have gained a deeper understanding of how to delegate tasks with confidence, with the buy-in of your team. You will be able to let go of appropriate tasks and trust they will be completed, allowing you to focus on higher-level responsibilities.

Learning objectives

Appreciate the importance of delegation in developing individuals and teams
Learn to delegate across varying circumstances, abilities, motivations and needs
Set clear, achievable stretch goals
Understand the correct level of direction vs autonomy
Delegate and set goals in way that motivates and excites
Learn to analyse task lists based on urgency and importance
Question, understand and cascade tasks set by your line manager
Encourage resilience and adaptation when tasks or goals change

What you'll learn

Develop key leadership skills to delegate tasks efficiently and set clear, actionable goals that efficiently drive team success. Gain hands-on experience that enables you to practice delegation and goal setting in real-world scenarios.

Why delegate?

Understand the importance of delegation in developing the capability of individuals and teams.

What to delegate

Learn to identify what tasks to delegate and to whom.

How to delegate

Gain experience with practical tools and strategies to delegate tasks appropriately and set achievable goals. Analyse task lists to ensure the correct tasks are delegated.

What's included

3.5 hours of instructor-led training in a classroom or virtual classroom setting

Key facts

Certification

This is a skills and knowledge-based course with no formal accreditation.

Who it’s for

This leadership training is ideal for managers, team leaders, and professionals aiming to enhance their leadership skills.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Exam information

There is no exam for this course.

Optional extras

There are no optional extras for this course.

FAQs

True leadership involves developing others through delegation. Effective delegation requires effective goal setting, and this workshop addresses both aspects by providing participants with practical tools and strategies to delegate tasks appropriately and set achievable goals.

Why is delegation an important leadership skill?

Delegation is a crucial leadership skill that empowers team members, enhances productivity, and frees leaders to focus on strategic priorities. Effective delegation fosters trust, accountability, and skill development, driving individual and organisational success.

How will this course affect my career prospects?

A course in effective delegation equips you with the skills to manage tasks strategically, develop your team, and improve project timelines. Demonstrating these leadership abilities showcases your readiness to handle greater levels of responsibility, positioning you for greater success and promotion.

Do I need to be a leader to take this course?

While this course is designed for those already leading and managing teams, it will also help you develop the skills you need for a position of responsibility, preparing you for future leadership roles.

What our customers say

"I am very satisfied with the course! It's definitely worth booking the training with the trainer. The trainer, having obviously lots of experience in the area, explained the material very well. Brilliant job! It was intense, but with good energy and I've learned a lot. Thank you!"

Oksana Sawicka, ILX learner

"Our employees really enjoy the training delivered by ILX and continue to recommend it to others within the organisation."

Roxy Toma – L&D Coordinator