
SB 141 Handout 2 (continued)
141 – Getting Through the Sound Barriers
Answer Sheet
You were asked to select the “best” response to overcome an apparent barrier to
delegation. So that you can see the reason for each choice, each supervisor statement
and the possible employee responses are repeated below. The “best” response
appears in bold type; and, directly below each situation, an explanation is given
stating why that choice is “best” under the circumstances.
1. “Can’t you find somebody else to do your dirty work?”
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A. “No. I’m asking you to do it.”
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B. “Yes, but you’re the best person for this job.”
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C. “Why do you feel this is ...