ITG #46 - Accountability

Welcome to the Inspired To Greatness podcast, where we share insights and inspiration for entrepreneurs, business owners, and salespeople to be their best selves. In today's episode, we'll talk about accountability, a crucial component of success in business and life. As an entrepreneur, you have to take responsibility for your actions and the outcomes they produce. Being accountable means acknowledging your mistakes, taking corrective action, and holding yourself and others accountable for achieving your goals. Whether you're working solo or managing a team, accountability is essential for building trust, improving performance, and achieving results. In this episode, we'll explore what accountability means, why it matters, and how to cultivate it in yourself and your team.“It is not only what we do, but also what we do not do, for which we are accountable." - Moliere "Responsibility equals accountability, accountability equals ownership, and a sense of ownership is the most powerful thing a team or organization can have." - Pat Summit "Accountability feels like an attack when you're not ready to acknowledge how your behaviors harm others." - Tamara RenayeHere are some key points to consider when implementing this concept into business for success:Approach accountability with empathyFocus on the behavior, not the personUse "I" statementsProvide clear expectations and consequencesRecognize the benefits of accountability"It is wrong and immoral to seek to escape the consequences of one's acts." ― Mahatma Gandhi“The reason people blame things on the previous generation is that there's only one other choice." -- Doug Larson “Take accountability... Blame is the water in which many dreams and relationships drown." ― Steve MaraboliThanks for joining us on Inspired to Greatness, please check back with us each and every week for fresh tips and new guests. Visit our website at ITGPodcst.com and Look for us on Spreaker, iTunes, iHeart, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify…. See you next time!