Movement for change Share the burden and responsibility
Many people are scared of taking the responsibility when something goes wrong. They tried to avoid responsibility in the first place. 

When something wrong happens, they distinctly set up a defense - that they are not responsible for what went wrong.

I wish to suggest a different approach.

Often, what went wrong was unexpected and cannot be foreseen. If it happens, every one should all come forward to share the responsibility. There is no need to identify who is to be blamed. It does not help.

Similarly, it is a better approach for all parties to share the burden and responsibility upfront and be prepared to work together when something wrong happens. 

If everyone prefers to avoid responsibility, it will be impossible to handle any major change, because there will certainly be uncertainty that have to be dealt with.

In this situation, the role of the leader is most important. He (or she) should come forward to take charge and take the responsibility, so that the people under him can rally towards finding a solution.

We have to get away from the prevailing culture of avoiding responsibility and pushing the burden and the blame to other people.

Do you agree?

Tan Kin Lian

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