Managers aren't expected to do it all themselves, but they are expected to get it all done. To accomplish this, managers have to be able to delegate -- and delegate effectively. In order to be an effective management candidate you must demonstrate to the interviewer -- through your answers -- that you can assign duties to team members. The following are a few common interview questions designed to test a candidates ability to delegate.

► What method do you employ for delegating tasks to your team members?

► How do you ensure that taks are successfully completed? Are there any steps you take?

► What type of instructions do you provide your staff when you decide to delegate?

► Are there times when you shouldn't delegate?

► What should you assume about a team member if you want to delegate successfully?

► Tell me about an important task or assignment that you delegated?

► Is there a difference between assignment and delegation?

► What types of tasks can be delegated? What types cannot?

► How do you decide which tasks to delegate to which employees?