Understanding Delegation of Authority

Authority

Authority

"I have the authority to fire people, but of course I never want to do it."

The act of entrusting a task or responsibility to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself.

The act of entrusting a task or responsibility to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself.

"Effective delegation is crucial for successful management."

Responsibility

Responsibility

"It's my responsibility to make sure all of the junior accountants submit their work on time."

A person under the authority or control of another within an organization.

A person under the authority or control of another within an organization.

"He delegated the task to his subordinate."

Give someone the authority or power to do something.

Give someone the authority or power to do something.

"Leaders must empower their team members to make decisions."

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

"With greater power comes greater accountability."

Task

Task

"Each section of the exam contains different tasks."

Hierarchy

Hierarchy

"Our company has a very flat hierarchy, so we all treat each other the same."

The action of supervising someone or something.

The action of supervising someone or something.

"Supervision is necessary even after delegating tasks."

The action of overseeing something.

The action of overseeing something.

"Maintaining oversight is key to ensuring delegated tasks are completed."