Company expectations in Smart Contract roles — how do juniors show ownership early?

I’ve interviewed juniors who think “ownership” means solving everything alone — and that leads to burnout or silent failure. In Smart Contract jobs, ownership looks more like visible thinking and responsible communication.

If you don’t fully understand a module, you can still take ownership of the process: asking clarifying questions early, writing down assumptions, narrating what you're testing.

What are actionable ways juniors can show they’re reliable and not waiting passively for tasks or rescue?