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Build an accountability framework

Create systems for personal and team accountability

Design an accountability framework that clarifies responsibilities and tracks commitments. This system helps you and your team deliver consistently on promises.

45 minutes
creation

Overview

Design an accountability framework that clarifies responsibilities and tracks commitments. This system helps you and your team deliver consistently on promises.

Learning objectives

  • Define accountability vs responsibility
  • Create tracking mechanisms
  • Build accountability culture

Instructions

Create accountability framework:

1. Map key responsibilities and accountabilities 2. Define success criteria for each 3. Create commitment tracking system 4. Design review cadences 5. Build accountability partnerships

Steps

1

Accountability mapping

20 minutes

Define who owns what outcomes

2

System design

15 minutes

Create tracking and review processes

3

Implementation plan

10 minutes

Plan rollout to team

Pro tips

  • Start with yourself before the team
  • Make commitments visible
  • Celebrate accountability wins

Example outcome

An accountability framework with tracking tools and weekly review process

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