Be the person who solves problems instead of pointing fingers.
When problems cross departments, the natural response is blame. Whose failure created this? Who should have caught it? This feels satisfying but solves nothing. The alternative is positioning yourself as the solution facilitator who brings people together.
Take Action: Next time a cross-functional problem arises, call a meeting with all affected departments. Ask “What’s actually happening?” instead of “Who caused this?” Focus on impact, not fault.