Do you feel like you’re constantly following up, checking in, and reminding your team to do what they’re already supposed to be doing? You don’t have a team problem—you have an accountability problem. And the good news? You can fix it in the next 30 days without micromanaging.

In this episode, I walk you through a five-step framework to build a culture of accountability where your team takes ownership, holds each other accountable, and makes you feel like a leader—not a babysitter.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

✅ [1:30] Setting and Communicating Clear Expectations – Why unspoken expectations lead to failure, and how to clearly define what “good” looks like for your team.

✅ [7:45] Building Accountability into Daily Workflows – Practical ways to create built-in accountability structures, including project management tools and team stand-ups.

✅ [12:15] Shifting from Boss Accountability to Team Accountability – How to foster a team environment where accountability is peer-driven, not just leader-enforced.

✅ [18:00] Giving Fast and Direct Feedback – Why most teams struggle with accountability due to slow or unclear feedback, and how to fix it.

✅ [23:40] Addressing Poor Performance – Why keeping low performers drags the whole team down, and how to take action fairly and effectively.

💡 Your Challenge for the Week: Pick one of these five steps and start implementing it in your business today!

Resources & Links:

Radical Candor by Kim Scott – The framework for giving clear, direct feedback.

MGMT Accelerator - Dave & Marsden Kline

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