Of course, there are a number of critical success factors when it comes to making accountability stick—such as a common language and framework for discussing accountability, a crystal clear definition of desired results, personal choice and commitment, positive rather than negative applications of accountability, proven implementation tools and skills, and determined follow-up—but the secret to making accountability “sticky” is integration.

Taking accountability has to become part of the DNA of your leaders, your people, and your entire organization. It needs to be woven continuously into daily activities.

It was for this very reason and purpose that we developed the simple, basic, and easy-to-implement Steps To Accountability—See It, Own It, Solve It, Do It—including cogent descriptions of Above The Line and Below The Line behavior and attitudes.

This is the central model of the book The Oz Principle and the primary vehicle or method for making accountability stick in individuals and organizations.

When people in an organization begin using the language of Above The Line, Below The Line, See It, Own It, Solve It, and Do It on a daily basis, they start building a common awareness and commitment around staying Above The Line and Seeing It, Owning It, Solving It, and Doing It.

What emerges from such awareness and commitment is a whole new approach to work and results....Culture of Accountability - Get Accountability to Stick