Ownership in Leadership: 2 Myths to Bust and 1 Beast to Tame

Are you falling for these common myths about owning mistakes in leadership?

Taking the blame for any mistakes made by your team and owning the outcome are key elements in the leadership world.

Yet, there are some misunderstandings and myths around ownership:


💥 Myth #1: Taking the blame will lead to a loss of respect from my team.

✅ Reality: When you own up to mistakes, your team respects your integrity. Authenticity builds trust.

❌ Blaming others erodes respect faster than a sandstorm.


💥 Myth #2: Taking the blame leads to consequences.

✅ Reality: While there are repercussions, they are manageable.

❌ Evading blame? Brace yourself for a storm of consequences—like skipping stones on a hurricane.


🐉 The Beast: Taking the blame creates discomfort for your ego.

⚔️ Reality: True growth lies in discomfort. Your ego may hurt, but it’s a sign you’re shedding old skin. Embrace it like a caterpillar inching towards transformation.


💡 Blaming others or external factors is a defence mechanism that stems from a position of weakness.

STRONG LEADERS face up to challenges head-on.