Above all, avoid self-sabotaging behavior that you may not even be aware of, like blaming others rather than taking responsibility for all decisions, or not charging what your product or service is worth, due to lack of current market information or a personal bias.

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How much responsibility do you feel like you bear for these cuts taking effect?

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Even in places like Dolna, a new sense of ownership and responsibility is slowly taking root.

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