Innovative people believe in taking ownership – of the work they do and of the result they get. Its very important to feel responsible for the work you do. The way you do it. And then be ready to accept the result you get from it. When you take up a certain job, a task or a challenge – whichever way you perceive it; you need to feel responsible towards it. You can not succeed with an indifferent attitude. You may be able to complete the task but then it will be just that. But when you do it like you own it, then you try to accomplish it the best possible way.
The feeling of ownership drives you towards self motivation. It reflects in the approach you take to achieve your target. Having said all this, it is equally important to feel responsible towards the results. Because it is that what governs the risk you would be willing to take. The desire to succeed is a very positive feeling. You can drive a lot of motivation and energy from it to keep yourself going even when the circumstances get difficult.
I thing you should be very clear off. Taking ownership doesn’t mean you should get possessive about it. There is no room for ego. This may sound confusing but try to understand. What am asking you to own is the act of accomplishing the task. That is what is meant by owning the task. It does not mean because its assigned to you, you will be doing it your way or whatever you wish to do with it. Ownership comes with responsibility. And accountability.
And when you win your challenges, success will taste only sweeter.
