As owners of our company’s, it is important that we understand and embrace the different levels of owner thinking. These levels are worker owner, manager owner, developer owner, and leader owner.
- Worker Owner: This level refers to an owner who focuses on their own individual work and contribution to the company. They are concerned with their own job satisfaction and performance, and strive to improve in their own area of expertise.
- Manager Owner: At this level, the owner takes on a broader perspective and becomes responsible for managing others. They are focused on ensuring that their team is productive, efficient, and motivated, and that their performance meets the company's expectations.
- Developer Owner: This level involves taking a more strategic view and being responsible for developing the company's overall vision and direction. This includes defining the company's values, mission, and goals, and creating strategies to achieve them.
- Leader Owner: At the highest level, the leader owner is responsible for guiding the company to success. They are focused on creating a culture of ownership and accountability, and inspiring others to take ownership of their work and contribute to the company's success.
It is important to note that not all owners will fit neatly into one of these categories, and that there may be overlap between the different levels.
However, understanding these levels can help us to better understand our own thinking and approach to ownership, and to identify areas for growth and development.
There are even times during the day in which you can switch from one level to another. The key is to return to the Leader Owner thinking as soon as possible. Solving problems are best done with the end goal of the company in mind. You should also keep in the back of your mind your core values. When you have the end goal and core values influencing each decision, they will be better for the company and for you.