Accountability is not control

The topic that comes up over and over again with clients and teams?

Accountability.

I see leaders talk about accountability often.
And rarely define what it looks like in action.

Here's the truth:
Effective leadership distributes responsibility.
And that includes accountability.

It’s not about control.
It’s about culture.

So here are some ways to create a culture of accountability:
✅ Create clear expectations so everyone knows what success looks like.
✅ Make commitments visible and keep priorities and ownership transparent.
✅ Celebrate follow-through and recognize when people step up.

When your team holds each other accountable, you’re not just managing tasks.

You’re building trust.
You’re creating ownership.
You’re driving impact.

If you’re always the one enforcing accountability, the system isn’t working with you.
It’s leaning on you.