> "Ask forgiveness, not permission" is fine in order to move things forward No, in a community of peers that's a great way to burn goodwill, particularly among

> "Ask forgiveness, not permission" is fine in order to move things forward No, in a community of peers that's a great way to burn goodwill, particularly among volunteers. One should "ask forgiveness" when managing upwards, and "ask permission" when managing across or downwards. That's what you do if you respect people.