
227 – Give Me a D
Purpose/Objectives: Managers are often told they should make more effec-
tive use of delegation. Delegation sounds good, but
what exactly is effective delegation and how is it done?
This exercise stimulates participants to surface and
discuss the key issues involved in delegation. Through
discussion and group efforts, participants develop a
definition of effective delegation using the letters in
the word “delegate.” The challenge of fitting ideas to
the letters creates an enjoyable and highly informative
starting point for a common understanding of delega-
tion.
Type: Discussion stimulator
Time Required: 30 minutes ...