The house supervisor is attempting to maximize his managerial time. Which of the following techniques can he use to maximize his time?
a. Delegation
b. Abdominal breathing
c. Compartmentalization
d. Anchoring
ANS: A
A leader or manager decides what to delegate, selects the appropriate person, communicates the responsibilities to that person, grants authority with the responsibility, provides support, monitors the situation, and evaluates the results. Delegation is one way for a manager to maximize his or her time.
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