Accountability
ac·count·a·bil·i·ty
/əˌkoun(t)əˈbilədē/
It’s a noun and a value that means taking personal ownership of one's thinking, actions, and results, of the decisions and the choices you make, and accepting whatever consequences those choices come with. Mistakes happen and when those mistakes happen, it’s important to learn to fix or grow from the mistake. Right your wrongs, whether someone is paying attention or not.
Interesting Fact #1
With accountability as a core value, mistakes aren't hidden, blame is not shifted, and trust is not lost. Instead, accountability breeds trust among team members, mistakes are owned and corrected, and in the end, value is added.
Wise Words from Around the World
“Leaders inspire accountability through their ability to accept responsibility before they place blame.”
“It is wrong and immoral to seek to escape the consequences of one’s acts.”