Hold your people accountable like a leader, not a manager

June 23, 2025

It’s Tactical Tuesday!

Here is the Thought, Tip, and Tool of the week...

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The Thought

Did you know... “Employees who are held accountable by their leaders are 4x more likely to be highly engaged and produce results” (source: Gallup). Clear expectations and consistent support from leaders foster accountability, leading to better performance and stronger team dynamics.

Quote:

"Accountability is the glue that ties commitment to the result." – Bob Proctor

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The Tip

Remember to… Shift from control to clarity. As a leader, it’s essential to provide clear goals and expectations before projects start. For example, instead of micromanaging, ask “What’s the goal?”, “Who’s owning what?”, and “What’s the deadline?” This clarity enables your team to take ownership of their work, eliminating the need for constant oversight.

Bonus Tip: Celebrate ownership. Recognize and celebrate when your team takes initiative without being asked. Whether it's during meetings or through personal messages, this reinforces positive behavior and encourages others to follow suit.

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The Tool

Short Video: Watch this video on how to hold your people accountable like a leader, not a manager.
Learn how to build a culture of ownership and commitment by focusing on clear expectations and consistent support.

Watch the viral video on TikTok

Watch the video (and read the popular post) on LinkedIn

Action Item: In your next meeting, define the goal, clarify who’s responsible, and set checkpoints to track progress. Then, check in with each team member to see what support they need, ensuring everyone is aligned and empowered to succeed.

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Leadership Question of the week…

Here is the top question this week from our 200+ Leadership Questions (part of our Complete Leader Package). Don’t have these? Get instant access here.

❓What’s a common misconception people have about your role?
❓How does that affect how you work with others?
❓How can we help clarify the value of your role?

Activity of the week…

Here is the top activity this week from our 52 Team Meeting Activity Cards. Don’t have these download? Get your physical copy here OR a printable version as part of the Complete Leader Package.

Watch the activity description of the “BEST DAY EVER”

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Spark dialogue with your team.

Ignite engagement.

These activities and questions will make your leadership work easier in 2025!

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Thank you for being a leader out there!

-Dwight

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