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Re:Managing People by NAHWheatCracker on Monday February 07, 2022 @10:13AM (#30245882)
I've come to think that the words "responsibility" and "ownership" usually means "blame" in a corporate setting.

The words only get used when something isn't going well and the managers don't want to look bad.

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Re:Managing People by darkerside on Monday February 07, 2022 @11:58PM (#30255034)
I don't think this is typical. I'm sure there are dysfunctional organizations where it is true. Please consider including nuance in a statement like this, or you end up with self fulfilling prophecies.

In many organizations, taking ownership and responsibilities are indicators of individual contributors stepping up, and are pathways to greater success, promotions, and results.

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