Ownership in organizations is often treated as a mindset problem. In reality, it is a design issue. When goals are unclear, authority and accountability are misaligned, and leadership behavior is inconsistent, ownership erodes. This article explains why ownership is not something you demand from people, but something you deliberately build through structure, behavior, and leadership discipline.
As AI becomes embedded in organizational decision-making, not all decisions should be automated. Some choices define values, require accountability, and demand human judgment under uncertainty. This article explores five leadership decisions AI should never make—not because AI is incapable, but because leadership legitimacy, responsibility, and trust cannot be delegated to technology.
Most executive teams don’t fail because of strategy — they fail because of what they avoid. These 10 provoking questions cut through noise, expose blind spots, and accelerate real transformation. They challenge leaders to face the hard truths about their behavior, decisions, and impact. If you want to grow as a leader, start by answering these questions honestly.
I want to be seen and heard, treated fair, flexible when family issues require our attention, etc. We also expect our manager to remember everything we 've said, as well as knowing what is happening in our lives, even to the point the manager will anticipate for events occurring or planned by us.




