Opinions expressed are those of the author. Accountability often gets a bad rap, especially in the workplace. When people are told they are accountable, a failure-phobic mindset can set in.

One of the biggest challenges for any leader is figuring out how to hold people accountable for their mistakes without creating bad blood. In those situations, playing the blame game is always a ...

you set the standard for your team and inspire them to adopt the same behavior. In doing so, you create a culture of ...

and communicate in ways that inspire others to follow suit. Select and Promote for Accountability: Organizations prioritize responsibility, teamwork, and commitment to results in aspiring leaders.

When leaders lead by example and are committed to accountability, they inspire their employees to take ownership of their work. This results in higher levels of engagement, commitment, and a ...

"[This is] something I teach management teams: You can't inspire accountability in others until you model it yourself," he said. Get top local stories in Connecticut delivered to you every morning ...