<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Imitation plays a significant role in human behavior, with children often over-imitating irrelevant or inefficient steps while learning.This tendency towards over-imitation distinguishes humans, with adults continuing this behavior through legacy, ritual, and tradition.While over-imitating can be seen as inefficient, it can also contribute to building culture and creating shared language and identity within teams.However, it's essential to be intentional in deciding which practices to imitate to ensure they continue serving a purpose.