🌴177. Ownership isn’t a job title, it’s a choice

This one’s been simmering in my head all week—after so many convos about accountability, ownership, and what it really means to step up, whether you're running a business or just starting your career.We talk a lot about "acting like an owner"—but what does that actually look like?Today, I'm sharing a story I love (yes, it involves a pygmy hippo 🦛), and why the most game-changing moves in your career or business usually aren’t on your position description.Here’s what we cover:The difference between ownership and accountabilityWhy strategy is crucial in a world of “uneven terrain”How a zookeeper’s viral idea turned into millions in revenueThe 5-step formula for spotting and acting on unassigned opportunitiesWhat leaders can do to encourage this mindset (hint: don’t kill the weird ideas too soon)🎧 Enjoy the episode—and if it resonates, forward it to someone who needs to hear this.Sign up for free for my best articles every week: Work Fame.Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.comP.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help:Watch My Speaker Reel: Let's energise your next event.Get My Book: Design your workshops fast using The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint. Let's connect on all the channels:Leanne Hughes on LinkedInLeanne Hughes on InstagramVisit my website: leannehughes.comEmail me: [email protected] you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.