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Most Outstanding Mayor Award 2020
FOREWORD Accountability and responsibility can’t be lumped into the same
bucket. Although these two terms have some similarities, a few distinct
characteristics separate them in the workplace.
Responsibility can be shared. You can work with a team of
people to divide responsibilities. On the other hand, accountability is
something that can be specific to an individual depending on their skill
set, role, or strengths.
Responsibility is task-oriented. Every person on a team may
be responsible for a given task that is required to complete a massive
project. Accountability is what happens after a situation has occurred.
It is how you respond and take ownership over the results. Even during
the most uncertain times, true leaders hold themselves accountable for
the results.
Responsibility focuses on defined roles, job descriptions, and
processes that must be in place to achieve a goal. On the contrary,
accountability is committed to the successful completion of tasks
assigned to you and being willing to take responsibility for everything
that happens as a result of the actions that were taken.
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