Embrace Accountability: 4 Ways to Take Charge of Your Role

As promised, I’m back with more wisdom to share about owning your role.

Today’s topic is one that may make some of us squirm a bit – accountability. Yes, I said it, accountability. But before you hit the delete button, hear me out.

When I first started my career, I viewed accountability as a dirty word. It was like the boogeyman of the workplace – something to be feared and avoided at all costs. But as I’ve grown in my career, I’ve come to see accountability as a powerful tool for success.

As Nelson Mandela once said, “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” This quote speaks to the heart of what it means to be accountable – to take responsibility for our actions, even when we make mistakes.

So today, I’m excited to share with you four ways to become a more accountable person, and how each step can help you own your role in your company or business:

Take ownership of your mistakes: We all make mistakes, but owning up to them is a sign of strength, not weakness. When you take ownership of your mistakes, you demonstrate that you are willing to learn from them and grow as a person. This, in turn, helps you become a more effective and respected member of your team.
Set clear goals and deadlines: Accountability begins with clarity. When you set clear goals and deadlines for yourself, you give yourself a roadmap to success. You know exactly what you need to do, and when you need to do it. This helps you stay focused and motivated, and ensures that you are always moving forward in your role.
Communicate openly and honestly: Accountability is not just about taking responsibility for your actions – it’s also about being transparent and communicative. When you communicate openly and honestly with your team, you build trust and respect. You create a culture of accountability, where everyone feels empowered to speak up and take action when needed.
Follow through on your commitments: Finally, one of the most important ways to become a more accountable person is to follow through on your commitments. When you say you are going to do something, do it. This demonstrates that you are dependable and reliable, and that you take your role seriously. It also helps you build a reputation as a person who can be counted on to get things done.

By taking these four steps, you can become a more accountable person and truly own your role in your company or business. You will be respected and valued as a leader, and you will achieve greater success than you ever thought possible.

So, my friends, let’s embrace accountability. Let’s own our mistakes, learn from them, and move forward. Let’s be reliable, dependable, and trustworthy. And let’s enjoy the sense of control and ownership that comes with being accountable.

Stay tuned for next week’s tip: Amplify your position…