Five tips on how to delegate effectively as a project manager.

Trusting your team and having the right mindset can really transform how you delegate. It not only empowers your team but also helps you focus on the bigger picture.

In a recent episode of APM Podcast, Jo Owen and Andy Alder gave their expert tips on how to be a brilliant delegator. Owen is a leadership guru and author, while Alder is Managing Director of Major Infrastructure Delivery at Anglian Water (and former Thames Tideway Programme Director).

Listen to APM Podcast’s episode on how to delegate effectively on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other platforms – or listen via browser.

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Have the Right Mindset: Trust is crucial for delegation. If you trust your team, you'll delegate to them. Your role is to bring the smartest people together and let them solve problems. Trust your team, delegate tasks, and curb control-freak tendencies. When trusted, team members are motivated, learn, and become more valuable.
Delegation is Empowerment: Delegation helps develop your team for current and future projects. It's a learning process for everyone involved and is essential for long-term project success.
Be a Servant Leader: As a leader, support your team of experts by facilitating their work and ensuring they share knowledge and practices. Recognize that they know more about their specific areas, and your role is to help them succeed.
Be Clear on Your Role: Focus on what you absolutely cannot delegate. This helps you identify where you add the most value as a manager, allowing you to delegate more effectively and radically.
Step Back When the Pressure Ramps Up: Trust your team to handle difficult situations. Instead of taking over, support them more during challenging times. This maintains their empowerment and confidence.

Five tips on how to delegate effectively as a project manager.

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