Take Full Ownership: Why True Responsibility Means “The Buck Stops With Me”

Every task you’re delegated – whether or not you are so instructed or authorised – take complete ownership.

What does this mean?

It means that you view the success or failure of the project as ultimately your responsibility.

That includes alerting your manager to any problems in the team – behavioural or technical – that could impact the success of the project.

“The buck stops with me.” What other meaning can “ownership” possibly have?