When we are assigned responsibilities, it is normally clear who will be assessing how well we have done our job. While we are responsible for things, we are accountable to a person (or group of people).

How to lead in uncertain times is a question that has been coming up frequently with my clients over the last few months.

The concepts of “responsibility” and “accountability” are fundamental to understanding Canada’s system of “responsible government.” This post explains these concepts and shows what they look like in practice.