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Taking responsibility and ownership for decisions, actions, and results. Being accountable for both how and what is accomplished.
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You are aware of all work-related policies and procedures.
You demonstrate an understanding of the link between your own job responsibilities and team goals and needs. You adhere to policies and procedures.
You look beyond the requirements of your own job to offer contributions to overall organizational operations.
You focus and guide others in achieving organizational results. You hold team members accountable for work standards and expectations by taking action when standards are not met.
You provide oversight of complex procedures, including delegating responsibilities and checking in to see that standards are met.
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Accountability and Responsibility
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Adapting to Accountability
Build an Accountable Team
Job Aides provide tailored task guidance and support, at the moment of need, as part of work. Examples include handouts, instructional guides, "cheat sheets," or other performance support materials.
Setting up an Accountability Matrix
These 5 – 10 minute podcasts include facilitated discussions on select competency-related topics. They contain tips and techniques listeners can learn and quickly apply on-the-job.
4 Time Management Tips for Managers
Leading by Example
Time Management Strategies
Tips for Self-Accountability
How to Encourage Peer-to-Peer Accountability on Your Team
These short informational videos include whiteboard animations and other tutorials on topics related to this competency.
Description: This video introduces the concept of personal accountability, focusing on being proactive and taking on what is within an employee's control.
From Avoidance to Ownership
You can participate in recorded interactive webinars and complete learning activities in real-time through the offerings below. To complete any webinar, you will need to access and complete all listed learning materials listed for each.
Note: Users will need to disconnect from NMCI or ONE-Net to view YouTube videos.
Accountability: The "Team" Perspective
On-demand recording: Option 1 - Open Through YouTube (URL: youtu.be/ybNImoICo8Y) Option 2 - Download file directly
Workbook: For both live and recorded sessions
Accountability: The "Self" Perspective
On-demand recording: Option 1 - Open Through YouTube (URL: youtu.be/mXe1rasw5W4) Option 2 - Download file directly
Building an Accountability Framework
On-demand recording: Option 1 - Open Through YouTube (URL: youtu.be/ZjRFD2ZYLkY) Option 2 - Download file directly
Creating a Culture of Personal Accountability
On-demand recording: Option 1 - Open Through YouTube (URL: youtu.be/n4MXjJVCMjA) Option 2 - Download file directly
Evaluate and Improve Your Team's Accountability Culture
On-demand recording: Option 1 - Download file directly
Intern Forum #2: Accountability
White papers provide concise information about complex topics. They are written to help readers solve issues and make decisions within the workplace.
Improve Leadership Effectiveness through Accountability