Collaborate guide
Delegate with a closed loop
Make ownership, acceptance, and follow-through visible.
Last updated September 24, 2026
What to know
Delegation is not complete when a name is assigned. The recipient needs context, an expected result, and a date. Use awaiting update and follow-up reminders to surface silence without creating duplicate work.
Do this
- 1. Choose one accountable owner.
- 2. Write the expected result and context.
- 3. Set a realistic date and follow-up cadence.
- 4. Close the loop with accepted, completed, or explicitly declined.