{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Shared Ownership, Shared Accountability","description":" In today\u2019s dynamic lending environment, meeting client needs requires more than individual excellence; it demands shared ownership and accountability across every level of the organization. This episode of the Forward Thinking Podcast features FCCS VP of Marketing and Communications Stephanie Barton and Mike Evans, author and speaker on leadership, and speaker at the upcoming Sales Leaders Conference. He shares insights into building resilient, accountable and high-performing teams in an increasingly complex and demanding landscape, and what leaders can do to increase accountability on their teams.     Episode Insights Include:   Drivers behind the demand for increased agility Peak-performing organizations know that accountability and leadership are essential.  Excelling in \u2018future work\u2019 requires the fast, flexible and agile will succeed.  Those who are unwilling to adapt will find themselves increasingly vulnerable.    Common obstacles that impede accountability Are you an accountable person? Do you need to see more accountability in your team or organization? If we consider ourselves accountable, why do we still demand more accountability from others? 100 people will give you 100 different definitions of accountability. How can it be standardized?  Many organizations have a generally negative definition of accountability.  If accountability is viewed as a negative, people will resist embracing it.    Redefining accountability What percentage of leaders believe that they communicate well? What percentage of teams believe that their leaders communicate? How can the gap between these two numbers be decreased in effective ways? Define meaningful, measurable, and memorable goals to improve results.    Nurturing a culture of accountability The 20 best practices will help employees clearly understand where they need improvement.  Leaders need to model best practices first.  Teams need to see a behavior in their leaders before they will take it on themselves.  Best practices must be integrated into daily routines.  Accountability, collaboration and mindsets are essential to thriving in today\u2019s competitive landscape.    The impact of AI in today\u2019s competitive landscape A variety of futurists and global leaders weigh in on the change that AI will bring. How will your company stand out when competing with all-knowing machines?  Curiosity is an essential key to standing out.     First steps for leaders to encourage accountability What your team sees you do is what they will do.  Does your team have the resources necessary to keep learning? If you\u2019re not listening to your team, don\u2019t expect commitment from them.  Leaders need to develop these skills in themselves first.  You can\u2019t make anyone else more accountable.  Watch for warning signs that accountability is not taking place.  Create a culture that is more focused on results than activity.  Remain open to the perspectives of others.    This podcast is powered by FCCS.   Resources   Connect with Mike Evans \u2014 Mike Evans    Get in touch   info@fccsconsulting.com   \u201cThose who are unwilling to adapt will find themselves vulnerable and at the mercy of the competition.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cWe may think that we see ourselves as doing things really well when it comes to accountability, but we don\u2019t see where we\u2019re dropping the ball.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cWhen leader communication is crystal clear, people will surprise you with their ingenuity.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cWhen people can see the why, they will astound you with their ability to become engaged, collaborative, innovative and creative.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cLeaders can\u2019t expect anyone else to change their behavior unless they demonstrate it first.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cThe white waters of change are not going to calm anytime soon. If anything, they are going to become more turbulent.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans   \u201cWhat we\u2019ve done in the past cannot be relied upon to get us where we need to be in the future.\u201d \u2014 Mike Evans ","author_name":"The Forward Thinking Podcast, Powered by FCCS","author_url":"https:\/\/www.fccsconsulting.com\/podcast","html":"