One person works. Five people review. Everyone’s busy — but nothing really moves.
I have seen this play out several times in organizations.
One person — let’s call him Akarsh — is deep in the work. Focused. Careful. Trying to connect all the pieces.
Above him are three people: each with “inputs,” “thoughts,” and “guidance.”
And above them? Two reviewers. One final approver.
By the time Akarsh finished, he isn’t proud — he is drained.
What was meant to be collaboration turned into:
- Inefficiency. Every step slowed by another opinion.
- Frustration. He couldn’t move without waiting for feedback.
- Free riding. People “contributing” without real skin in the game.
- Diluted ownership. Everyone involved, no one accountable.
- Decision fog. So many comments, the clarity disappeared.
👉 Have you worked in roles that are truly end-to-end — where you can take something from start to finish, own the outcome, and be trusted to deliver?
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