It is more likely that we pursued a frustrating path of learning it on our own, on the job, and as we needed it and only learned what was immediately required to be semifunctional. What an inefficient way to learn. Reading this publication, for example, is only the beginning of the process you must follow to assimilate and effectively apply the CM principles and concepts introduced here. To internalize any new concept, you must first go through a discovery process of contact and awareness followed by an understanding of what is to be gained, followed by evaluation and trial usage. Finally, after much effort, the new concepts are mastered, adopted, and institutionalized.
CM is no different.
New habits must be formed to effectively apply CM principles. To rely on individualism to train a team in CM techniques may satisfy your inner John Wayne, but it will not get the job done.