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Beteende, Attityd och Tillvägagångssätt - Ansvar och Skyldighet

Behärska engelska ordspråk som skildrar ansvar och ansvarighet, som 'livet är vad du gör det till' och 'varje kruka måste stå på sin egen botten'.

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a fault confessed is half redressed

used to imply that by acknowledging and taking responsibility for one's fault, a person has already made progress toward resolving the issue

Att erkänna ett fel är halva rättelsen

Att erkänna ett fel är halva rättelsen

Ex: The employee who made a mistake at work quickly admitted his fault, knowing that a fault confessed is half redressed, and worked hard to make amends for the error. 
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accusing the times is but excusing ourselves

used to say that blaming external circumstances or conditions for one's failures or shortcomings is just a way of making excuses for one's lack of effort, skill, or commitment

Att skylla på omständigheterna är att undvika ansvar

Att skylla på omständigheterna är att undvika ansvar

Ex: Instead of blaming the economy for his financial troubles, he should take responsibility for his own spending habits.  As the saying goes, accusing the times is but excusing ourselves. 
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every bird (must|has to) hatch (her|its) own egg

used to emphasize the importance of individuals taking responsibility for their own actions and outcomes

Var och en ansvarar för sina egna handlingar och resultat

Var och en ansvarar för sina egna handlingar och resultat

Ex: As a mother, it's hard to see my children struggle, but I know that every bird must hatch her own egg. 
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everybody's business is (basically|) nobody's business

used to emphasize the importance of clearly assigning responsibilities, as when no one takes ownership of a task or issue, it tends to be neglected or ignored

Otydligt ansvar leder till försummelse

Otydligt ansvar leder till försummelse

Ex: The company's financial records were in disarray, and no one knew who was responsible for keeping them organized.  It just goes to show that everybody's business is nobody's business. 
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success has many fathers, failure is an orphan

used to emphasize the importance of taking accountability in both success and failure, as people tend to claim credit for successes but disassociate themselves from failures

Människor tar åt sig äran för framgång,  inte misslyckande

Människor tar åt sig äran för framgång, inte misslyckande

Ex: The politician was quick to take credit for the country's economic growth, but when the economy took a downturn, he was nowhere to be found.  Success has many fathers, failure is an orphan, indeed. 
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if you would be well served, (you might as well|) serve yourself

used to suggest that people should do things for themselves, since they cannot always rely on others to do things exactly the way they want

Vill du ha det rätt gjort,  gör det själv

Vill du ha det rätt gjort, gör det själv

Ex: Joe was tired of relying on others for his happiness.  So I said to him "if you would be well served, serve yourself", and encouraged him find his own sources of joy. 
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every tub must stand on its own bottom

used to emphasize that every person should be self-reliant and work toward achieving their own goals and meeting their own needs, rather than expecting others to do it for them

Var och en måste stå på egna ben

Var och en måste stå på egna ben

Ex: He was frustrated that his friends weren't helping him with his job search.  I reminded him that every tub must stand on its own bottom, and that he needed to network and apply for jobs on his own. 
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every man is (meant to be|) the architect of his own fortune

used as a reminder that individuals have the power to shape their own destiny through their choices and actions

Dina val formar din framtid

Dina val formar din framtid

Ex: The entrepreneur knew that every man is the architect of his own fortune when he started his own business.  He worked tirelessly to build his company from the ground up and achieved great success as a result. 
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life is what you make it

used to emphasize that a person's life is largely determined by their own choices, actions, and attitudes

Ditt liv formas till stor del av dina val

Ditt liv formas till stor del av dina val

Ex: Despite facing many challenges, she believed that life is what you make it, and was determined to create a better future for herself. 
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business before pleasure

used to advise individuals to prioritize their work or responsibilities before engaging in leisure activities or personal pursuits

Först plikten,  sedan nöjet

Först plikten, sedan nöjet

Ex: The student knew that she needed to finish her homework before going out with her friends, remembering the saying business before pleasure. 
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creditors have better memory than debtors

used to imply that people who are owed money are more likely to remember the debt and pursue the repayment while those who owe the money may be inclined to forget or delay the payment

Fordringsägaren minns skulden bättre än gäldenären

Fordringsägaren minns skulden bättre än gäldenären

Ex: It's not uncommon for people to try to avoid paying their debts or to forget about them altogether.  However, creditors have better memory than debtors, and they will eventually come calling for what is owed to them. 
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with great power comes great responsibility

used to imply that individuals who hold significant power or influence have a corresponding obligation to use it in a responsible and ethical manner for the greater good

Större makt innebär större ansvar

Större makt innebär större ansvar

Ex: The politician recognized that with great power comes great responsibility, and used their influence to advocate for policies that would benefit the most vulnerable members of society. 
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the married man must turn his staff into a stake

used to emphasize the idea that once a person is married, they must prioritize and focus their efforts on providing for their family and fulfilling their obligations

Den som är gift bör prioritera familjen

Den som är gift bör prioritera familjen

Ex: The old farmer often reminded his sons that once they said "I do", the married man must turn his staff into a stake and strive to provide a stable home for his spouse. 
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promise is a debt

used to imply that making a promise carries a moral obligation to fulfill it, similar to a financial debt that must be repaid

Ett löfte innebär en skyldighet att hålla det

Ett löfte innebär en skyldighet att hålla det

Ex: The company CEO promised to increase employee salaries, but failed to do so, forgetting that promise is a debt and that breaking it can have negative consequences. 
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a dog is for life, not just for Christmas

used to emphasize that owning a dog is a long-term commitment that requires love, care, and responsibility throughout its life, rather than just as a holiday gift

Att ha hund är ett långsiktigt ansvar

Att ha hund är ett långsiktigt ansvar

Ex: Before adopting a dog, it's important to remember that a dog is for life, not just for Christmas, and be prepared for the long-term commitment that comes with pet ownership. 
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let every fox take care of his own tail

used to imply that individuals should be responsible for their own actions and well-being, without relying on others to help or protect them

Var och en måste ta ansvar för sig själv

Var och en måste ta ansvar för sig själv

Ex: After the accident, the company president told the employees to let every fox take care of his own tail and not to blame others for their mistakes. 
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