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In a previous post, we covered Task Relevant Maturity, and how to apply it to delegation and working with your executive assistant. In this article, we show how TRM evolves across 3 stages using a simple example of content creation.
At this point, you're essentially thinking for two people.
Your assistant requires detailed instructions for each task, and you find yourself spending significant time explaining, checking, and sometimes redoing work. This stage can feel frustrating, as if it might be faster to just do everything yourself.
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As your assistant's TRM grows, you shift from dictating every detail to providing frameworks and guidelines. You're still closely involved, but you're beginning to see glimmers of independence.
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At this level, your assistant operates with significant independence. Your role shifts to providing high-level direction and occasional course correction.
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Most people treat delegation like a light switch – either on or off. But effective delegation is more like a dimmer.
You adjust your involvement based on your assistant's TRM. Too much oversight when TRM is high creates frustration. Too little when TRM is low leads to failure.