Delegating to Develop - Adaptive Leadership for Managers

This foundational path helps managers determine what each team member needs for a specific task. You will assess competence and commitment using evidence, conversations, and changing task conditions rather than relying on general impressions.

You will practice four leadership styles: Directing, Coaching, Supporting, and Delegating. You will learn to adjust the level of direction and support you provide as people develop or circumstances change.

The path also covers structured coaching with the GROW framework and strategic delegation. You will create clear delegation agreements, balance challenge with readiness, monitor progress without micromanaging, and use everyday work to develop your team.

Syllabus

Diagnose task-specific competence and commitment using evidence and conversation
Match Directing, Coaching, Supporting, and Delegating styles to individual needs
Conduct structured coaching conversations using the GROW framework
Delegate tasks based on readiness, development goals, and business needs
Establish clear expectations, authority, checkpoints, and accountability
Monitor progress without micromanaging or abdicating responsibility
Adapt leadership plans as people develop and task conditions change