The 7 Levels of Delegation: From Information to Complete Autonomy

Training Theme

This course introduces a structured method of delegation based on seven progressive levels—from simple information to complete autonomy. You’ll learn how to adapt your management style, assess team maturity, and use a practical “delegation board” to clarify expectations, grow ownership, and maintain performance and consistency.

Training Objectives

In this online training, you will discover how to:

• Identify and apply the 7 levels of delegation adapted to each situation.
• Assess your team’s maturity level to choose the right degree of delegation.
• Create and use a delegation chart/board to clarify responsibilities and strengthen autonomy.
• Avoid common mistakes that compromise delegation effectiveness.
• Set up the right conditions for success at each level (cadence, feedback, guardrails).

Target Audience 

Managers and team members seeking structure for effective delegation.

Training Content 

This module contains 6 chapters:

The fundamentals of delegation

• The evolution of modern management
• The benefits of effective delegation
• The challenges of a structured delegation

The 7 levels of delegation

• Tell – Inform
• Sell
• Consult
• Agree
• Advise
• Inquire – To question
• Delegate

Choose the right level of delegation

• Selection criteria according to the context
• Creation and use of the delegation table (board)
• Conditions of application by level

Practical applications by level

• Concrete examples for each level
• Professional scenarios

Pitfalls and mistakes to avoid

• The six main errors
• Good implementation practices

Resources to download

• The 7 Delegation Cards (PDF)
• Delegation chart (PDF)

Numerous exercises: quizzes, matching, true/false, scenarios.