TED Business How to claim your leadership power | Michael Timms
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Sep 2, 2024 
Michael Timms, a leadership expert specializing in self-accountability, delves into the power of personal responsibility in this insightful discussion. He outlines three key habits that not only foster self-accountability but also empower others, promoting positive change at home and work. Timms highlights the pitfalls of the blame game and the importance of viewing mistakes as learning opportunities. Alongside Modupe’s guidance on self-acceptance, this conversation inspires listeners to rethink their approach to leadership and collaboration.
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The Daughters' Schedule
- Michael Timms struggled to get his daughters out the door on time.
- By implementing clocks and a schedule, he improved the situation, highlighting the importance of self-accountability.
Three Habits of Accountability
- Practice the three habits of personal accountability: don't blame, look in the mirror, and engineer the solution.
- This sequence improves others' behavior and yields better results in various roles.
The Neuroscience of Blame
- Blame triggers a fight-or-flight response, hindering problem-solving.
- Dr. Amy Edmondson's research showed that blame-free cultures foster error reporting and learning.