Episode 81: Coaching for Accountability: Beyond Discipline and Compliance

In this episode of HRDQ In Review, host Sarah sits down with leadership expert Guy Harris to explore coaching for accountability beyond discipline and compliance.

Guy shares his journey from chemical engineering and naval nuclear service to a 24-year career in leadership development, focusing on conflict resolution, communication skills, and coaching new frontline leaders. Together, Sarah and Guy dive into the challenges leaders face with negativity bias—why we often notice what’s going wrong before what’s going right—and how shifting to a positive, future-focused coaching approach can create more accountable, high-performing teams.

This conversation is full of practical tools and quick wins, from recognizing and reinforcing positive behaviors to building coaching strategies that inspire growth and engagement. Guy emphasizes that effective coaching goes beyond correcting mistakes—it encourages behaviors that drive success and fosters stronger team dynamics.

Whether you’re a manager, team leader, or aspiring coach, this episode will help you guide your team toward accountability and performance without relying on discipline alone.

Chapters

‎00:00:00 – Introduction and Guest Background ‎00:00:45 – Guy’s Career Journey and Leadership Insights ‎00:01:44 – Understanding Negativity Bias in Leadership ‎00:03:12 – Coaching Beyond Discipline: Key Strategies ‎00:07:30 – Actionable Tips for Positive Reinforcement ‎00:10:55 – Closing and Resources

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