A compass for leaders lost in the paradoxical space between attention to people and attention
to results with Compassionate Accountability you don t have to choose! Sadly compassion and
accountability are too often in tension leaders feel they have to pick one or the other. But
solely prioritizing accountability can create toxic work environments that drive away good
talent. On the other end of the spectrum being too nice can compromise performance and
productivity. Finding harmony between compassion and accountability is the ultimate catalyst
for improved results and a thriving workplace. The solution is recognizing that compassion and
accountability are not opposites. In fact accountability is an element of compassion.
Compassionate Accountability is the process of building connection while getting results. This
book shows how this foundational mindset philosophy and way of living can lead to a thriving
organizational culture. It covers such topics as these: Why you can t practice compassion
without accountability How to turn on the three switches of the compassion mindset and the
predictable damaging consequences when they re turned off The key role Compassionate
Accountability plays in a healthy leadership culture Six areas to focus on to start building
your culture of Compassionate Accountability Five common barriers to compassion for leaders and
how to overcome them Plus readers will find real case examples of how organizations have
adopted Compassionate Accountability along with quizzes and self-assessments to help them
learn and apply the concepts. Leaders seeking a renewed sense of fulfillment in their roles and
increased leadership impact will find inspiration guidance and a road map for cultural
transformation.
