CL002: Accountability Vs. Responsiblity
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Accountability & Responsibility. People often use these terms interchangeably; often believing that they mean the same thing. If you are interested in dipping your foot into the leadership pool, you must understand that there is a subtle but very powerful difference between accountability and responsibility. As a leader you must understand that you can delegate responsibility to numerous individuals all day long; but only one person can be held accountable. In this episode of the Courageous Leadership podcast I discuss: The difference between accountability and responsibility. You can't call yourself a true leader if you don't understand the difference and if you don't practice it. Accountability is the true price of leadership; it's what separates you from being just a good "manager". Accountability requires moral courage. [saf feature="itunes" cta="Subscribe & Follow in iTunes"]
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