Are you assigning work by task or talent?
Organizations are constantly challenged to remain competitive. Facing tight time restrictions, as leaders and managers, we are bombarded with one tough decision after another. We have more work to do in less time. Mismatching talent to task can waste time and valuable resources.
In the past, the next assignment was the next thing that needed done. Most employees could do most things, and it was easier to assign the next request. Similar to a fast food order-taker, employees simply asked “Who (or What) is next?” Regardless of the request, the work was assigned and completed without much trouble.
Now, our work is more specialized. The Internet has sparked another business revolution. When needed, organizations can now access specific talents from around the world. The search for talent is not only limited to who is on staff, they extend to a global scale and the possibilities are endless. We can now safely operate outside the organization to get our work done. This shift continues to reduce cost while accessing the best talent only when needed.
Our challenge is to invest more time in the beginning, to better understand the desired outcome before we assign the work. The end result becomes the priority; we can’t just assign the next task to the next available person to get somebody “On-it.”
Download the free White Paper at www.leogillen.comdiscussing how to leverage talent to increase productivity of your organization. You may also call (740) 947-2700 to discuss in greater detail how this approach will help you sharpen your competitive edge.
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