Being responsible for a project is different from being allowed to change its budget, staffing, or schedule. That distinction makes the traditional Wu Qu–Tian Xiang combination easier to discuss in everyday terms.
Wu Qu is associated with execution and accounting for results. Tian Xiang introduces themes of coordination, procedure, and formal authority. Neither provides an organization chart by itself.
A capable manager still needs permission to act
Imagine a project manager who can diagnose delays but must obtain three approvals for minor changes. The bottleneck may be the role's design, not personal incompetence. A favorable chart label does not supply missing authority.
Wu Qu and Tian Xiang share the Yin or Shen positions in the standard arrangement. Their companion and surrounding conditions remain relevant. Calling Tian Xiang a supporting star does not prove that someone can only be a deputy; calling Wu Qu a financial star does not assign them to banking.
Look at a previous disagreement over responsibility. Did you accept the task before establishing who could approve changes? This gives the interpretation something specific to address.
A Life Palace placement concerns your approach, while a Career Palace placement brings the discussion closer to work roles. Keep those subjects separate and assess actual skills, permissions, and business conditions alongside any traditional interpretation.