All too often today the word accountability conjures up negative images of fault, blame, even financial misconduct. "Looks like some heads are gonna roll" is a common response. No wonder accountability gets a bad reputation. Who would want to be held accountable, if it might result in decapitation? But, it doesn't have to be that way at all: -- There's a way to hold people accountable that makes them eager to come to work and eager to perform. -- There's a way to hold people accountable that enhances trust and respect between managers and employees. -- There's a way to hold people accountable that helps them come together as a team and produce the right results, no matter what. These ideas are at the heart of what we call The Accountability System-a professional, respectful, and effective method of getting things done and achieving results. Follow this proven system and you are on your way to less stress, more time and a better bottom line.