When something does not go to plan, what is your reaction? Do you look to point fingers at someone and blame them for failing. For example, you lost a contract, a relationship is in tatters, or you did not complete your work commitments.
How simple it may seem that someone else is responsible because you gave them time instead of doing what you needed to do. They did not meet their commitments or did not do what they needed to do. It’s your coworker, your spouse, the kids, the client, or your partners and suppliers.
Should we use the thumb instead and point it back at us. When do we take accountability for our actions and outcomes? What did we do to create or fuel the problem, how did we impact the situation or stop completing our duties, including supporting others.
Too often, if we use the finger on this occasion, we will likely use it again, and ultimately, we run out of fingers.
