They're loyal. They're stable. They don't cause problems. And they're quietly limiting your team's potential. Welcome to the Drift Zone: levels 5-7 on the Human Potential Meter. The Hidden Danger These are often the people you like having around. They care about the team, follow directions, and seem stable. But here's what Ubuntu teaches us: caring about the collective without knowing how to contribute authentically creates a different kind of energy drain. The Three Drift Patterns Level 5 - The Task Follower: Shows up, does exactly what's asked, waits for the next instruction. They've learned to avoid responsibility by never taking initiative. Level 6 - The Reliable Helper: Consistent and supportive, but needs guidance for ownership. They're valuable support but can't carry projects or make decisions independently. Level 7 - The Comfort Zone Performer: Excellent work as long as everything stays familiar and predictable. When challenges arise, they need extra support right when you need them to step up. Ubuntu Without Compass From an Ubuntu perspective, Drift Zone people understand "we" but have lost touch with "I am." They care about collective success but haven't discovered their unique contribution to it. The hidden cost? Teams heavy with Drift Zone people feel comfortable but struggle to innovate, handle challenges, or drive improvement. Everything depends on someone else constantly directing the action. The Untapped Potential Here's the opportunity: most Drift Zone people can grow into stronger contributors with clear expectations, mentoring, and support to develop independence and leadership skills. They're ready for growth. They just need mentoring and support to develop the confidence and skills to take ownership. Movement is Possible People aren't permanently stuck at these levels. With the right support, commitment, and expectations, most can move up. But it requires intentional effort from both the individual and the organization. The question Ubuntu asks: "How do we help these good people discover their authentic contribution so the whole team can thrive?" Ready to map your team's potential? Comment COMPASS below and I'll send you the Human Potential Meter poster.  Question: What's one area where you could step up from following directions to taking ownership?