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The core theme remains consistent: the failure often stems from human errors like miscommunication, over-complexity, or lack of ownership. These shortcomings are not unique to military units but are rampant across industries.
The Ego and Its Role in Leadership Failures
A pervasive problem identified is the lack of ownership, often driven by ego. When leaders allow ego to interfere, they tend to blame external factors or subordinates rather than introspectively assessing mistakes. This blame-shifting hampers accountability and erodes team trust.