43. Delegate for innovation

Some tasks involve more than just technical skill and knowledge. They may require innovative thinking. A manager does not need to be the brainchild of every new idea and instead should draw upon the creative talents of his/her team by encouraging individuals to come up with their own ideas for completing a task, addressing a problem or implementing a solution. Delegating such opportunities to your staff could foster a creative work environment. Staff will be more excited about work that lets them be more innovative and they will remember you for having provided them with a valuable learning experience.

So remember:

• Look for the innovators in your staff
• Delegate the right opportunities for them to show off their creativity
• Support their efforts to do so; and
• Acknowledge their achievement