Comments on: Loan Car Syndrome

By: Jason

Jason — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:05:36 +0000

So absolutely true. As a leader of volunteers I see this in action all the time – peoples sense of ownership directly corresponds to their output. I’m constantly challenged to continue creating an environment that encourages an ownership mentality and gives room for people to flourish. I’ve noticed too that those that take ownership the most are also the most fulfiled. Taking ownership has it’s rewards!

By: Sky Hunt

Sky Hunt — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 04:07:39 +0000

I can hear your voice through your words -what a great gift. What a bunch of idiots those lads driving the car. It certainly reminds me of when I loan my clothes to my sisters….hmmm, never again!

Thanks for the suggestions. I will implement it to my own family unit too.

Sky

By: Kristel Woodward

Kristel Woodward — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 02:56:15 +0000

So how can leaders develop a culture of ownership in their teams?….

Although I Do Agree with ALL top 5 ownership strategies displayed , I feel there is a element left out, Respect.

Respect by both leader & team, however in this question I point specifically to the respect the leader gives to the team members throughout Accomplishments & Failures.
If the leaders respect is at a consistent standard, team members individual value upon ownership remains less erratic & more dependable, regardless of reprimand or reward, also they become more open to criticism for the failures & driven to achieve multiple accomplishments.

Whats the foundation of respect you have laid? Do your team members Respect you to want to take ownership?

By: Cecil Benjamin

Cecil Benjamin — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:04:15 +0000

Excellent Paul, well said. There’s not many such “distribution” articles worth reading, but I’ve read the lot and noted the points, thanks

By: Victoria Judge

Victoria Judge — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 06:20:12 +0000

Cool analogy, and oh so true