Introduction:
This is a podcast by Dr. David Leitner focused on building a culture of trust and accountability in organizations to counter leadership bias and create empowered teams. He provides a framework centered around establishing mutual expectations, transparent communication, and a question-and-answer culture.

Main Discussion Points:

• Trust as the foundation for healthy organizations that allows leaders and followers to create mutual strategy (00:00:08)
• Reframing accountability as a collaborative effort based on clear expectations, bidirectional communication, and a Q&A culture (00:01:01)
• Countering leadership bias by ensuring the leader's intent and priorities are clearly communicated (00:04:27)
• Empowering followership by encouraging questions to bring fresh perspectives (00:06:14)
• Making accountability a shared responsibility between leaders and followers (00:06:34)

00:00:00

Creating a Culture of Trust Through Accountability

00:01:01

Building a Culture of Accountability and Trust in Organizations

00:02:40

Creating Accountability Through Followership

00:04:08

Effective Communication and Transparency in Leadership

00:05:18

The Importance of Clear Communication in Leadership and Followership

00:07:02

The Importance of Creating a Culture of Trust Through Accountability

00:08:16

Creating a Culture of Trust and Mutual Accountability in Organizations

Key Quotes:
"Trust is the foundation of any healthy organization. It's what allows leaders and followers to create mutual strategy." (00:00:08)

"When strategy and trust align, it creates an environment where accountability doesn't feel like policing, but more like a shared commitment to excellence." (00:00:49)

"Leaders often view goals through the lens of their own knowledge, their priorities, and it can lead to gaps in understanding between the leaders and the followers." (00:02:03)

"Followers should feel empowered to seek clarity and ensure that expectations are truly mutual." (00:02:15)