Inclusion is like a magic potion to infuse a strong sense of belonging. That in turn improves morale and espirit de corps both of which lift motivation to undreamt-of heights. When you include someone else in your conversations, plans, projects, meals and indeed your thought process you instantly increase the other person’s self-worth. She feels important and valued. He feels recognized and empowered. These are the powerful ingredients that combine synergistically in the psyche of people to culminate in ownership. And ownership is always voluntary; you cant mandate it by fiat. You can only create an internal desire to own by including others and showing them that they are a completely welcome part of your plans and organization and indeed, your life. If they own it they’ll protect it, augment it and take it forward in a way that you cannot even imagine! Include people in all you do and marvel at how they blossom and deliver results that are extraordinary!