Seen through the lens of the current pandemic, life looks pretty bleak right now—especially for businesses. The vast economic engine of the United States has ground to a halt. Global stock markets have plummeted. And early reports hint that the next recession will be a doozy. The odds of a …
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When I think about accountability, I am reminded of a comedy sketch from the 90s HBO program Mr. Show—Coupon: the Movie. The Coupon – The Movie with the following: “This is the biggest failure in movie history! Coupon: The Movie has made zero money! You people are responsible . . …
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If you’re trying to create a culture of success to ensure that your organization runs in the most effective manner possible, you’ll inevitably have to look at your system of accountability. In a matrix (any organization of 50+ people that must operate cross-functionally to succeed), accountability requires a commitment to …
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Organizations depend upon accountability systems to make things happen. Basing performance reviews upon employees’ ability to meet specific goals offers a clear-cut way of rewarding them for a job well done. More often, however, accountability focuses on assigning blame when things don’t go well.
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