Which practice best supports subordinates' skill development?

• A. Issuing strict orders without coaching
• B. Conducting annual performance review only
• C. Delegating all tasks without guidance
• D. Providing mentoring, coaching, opportunities, and feedback to help them grow

Answer: (D)

Providing mentoring, coaching, opportunities, and feedback to help them grow focuses on developing skills over time. Mentoring gives guidance and role modeling, coaching targets specific performance improvements, giving opportunities lets subordinates practice new tasks in real settings, and ongoing feedback bridges effort with results. Together, they create a continuous learning loop that builds competence, confidence, and readiness for greater responsibilities.

In contrast, strict orders without coaching, an annual performance review alone, or delegating everything without guidance don’t effectively develop skills. Strict commands stop initiative and learning; a once-a-year review can miss current developmental needs; and doing tasks without guidance leaves subordinates without the support and feedback needed to learn and improve.