Well, I think we all have our strengths and weaknesses even if all qualified. My maintenance supervisor and I have been together 13 years. He stays out of my way and I stay out of his and we both do what it takes to get the job done. I may not be the best to ask. We have a very small team and I’m the only person in the office but basic answer is - whatever it takes to get the job done and to meat out goals/budget.
You find out what they are passionate about! If you are able to let your team do what they love and are qualified for you’ll have very happy people!! ?
Their position should have a job description. Also seniority would come in to play if more than one person in same title (leasing agent. MAint tech etc )
Seniority has to count for something, or experience in the field. Sometimes certain workers have a preference for certain tasks, or more experience with certain things. Play to your teams strong points.
I have several seasoned team members. As a team, we discuss admin or marketing projects. Volunteers get the opportunity to lead and others offer support as needed. If no volunteers, I assign based on work load
The mundane tasks that everyone prefer not to do, I would rotate amongst the responsible teams. Remaining tasks if everyone has the exact same skills, I would get to know what everyone enjoyed and excelled at. There’s so many different areas to be strong in; operations, resident relations, marketing, sales, processes plus so many more. Those all lead into different areas of skill and responsibilities. My short answer. Give someone something they enjoy doing 95% of the time and they will take ownership of that position and your mission ?
If they are all qualified, find out where they flourish best and enjoy what they do. The problem people have is they don’t enjoy what they do and never say a word then hate where they work and end up looking for something else.
Take the time to find out who they are and what they enjoy.
Having a team of well-qualified individuals is a fantastic scenario to be in! When it comes to delegating responsibilities in such a team, consider these approaches:
Strengths and Preferences:
Understand each team member's strengths and preferences. Delegate tasks that align with their expertise and interests. This not only leverages their skills but also keeps them engaged and motivated.
Rotational Delegation:
Rotate responsibilities to provide variety and prevent burnout. This allows team members to develop new skills and ensures everyone gets a chance to contribute in different areas.
Project-Based Assignments:
Assign responsibilities based on specific projects. This way, each team member can take the lead on different aspects of a project, fostering collaboration and collective growth.
Open Communication:
Have an open discussion about workload preferences and individual aspirations. Some team members may prefer specific types of tasks or leadership roles. Tailor assignments based on these discussions.
Mentorship Opportunities:
Create opportunities for mentorship within the team. Allow more experienced members to guide others in areas where they excel, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Regular Check-Ins:
Conduct regular check-ins to assess workload distribution and individual work satisfaction. This ensures that everyone feels challenged and valued.
Flexibility:
Be flexible in your approach. As the team evolves and projects change, be willing to adjust responsibilities accordingly.