How to Hold Your Team Accountable Without Being the Bad Guy | Katie Armentrout

Holding your team accountable without feeling like a micromanager is tough. No one wants to be the boss who’s constantly checking in, chasing deadlines, and fixing mistakes. But when accountability is missing, your team underperforms, and you end up carrying the weight of their unfinished work.

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Katie Armentrout to break down the biggest mistakes leaders make when trying to hold their team accountable, and how to avoid them. We’ll talk about why setting clear expectations isn't enough, the role your own leadership habits play in team accountability, and how to correct problems before they turn into bigger issues.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by missed deadlines, unclear communication, or a lack of follow-through, this episode is for you. Let’s get into it.

 

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How to hold your team accountable without creating resentment
• Why accountability starts with YOU, and how to model it effectively
• The key to setting clear expectations so there’s no confusion
• Why people resist accountability and how to shift the team culture

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