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Steve Ballmer

06/02/25

@ Acquired

In professional sports, accountability is extreme; every game is a report card, and you can't just make up for losses later.

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The Steve Ballmer Interview

@ Acquired

06/02/25

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Alex Hormozi

08/22/23

@ Chris Williamson

Hold yourself to a higher standard than anyone else does; self-accountability is crucial.

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Mark Cuban

03/30/24

@ Lex Fridman

The NBA is in the experience business, not just basketball; fans remember the experiences they have, not just the scores.

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Ryan Hoover

10/05/17

@ Y Combinator

Being in Y Combinator holds you accountable, similar to a school environment, where you have to report on your progress regularly, which is a healthy pressure to get things done.

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Luis von Ahn

12/01/23

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

I've learned that as a leader, it's crucial to take responsibility for failures and to foster a culture where accountability is valued.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Taking money from investors comes with accountability; if a startup fails to deliver, it can lead to lasting damage to the founder's reputation.

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Rick Rubin

01/16/23

@ Andrew Huberman

In some ways, wrestling is more honest because we start with the idea that it's fixed. In contrast, we go to other sports expecting them to be real, even though they might not be.

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Howard Schultz

06/04/24

@ Acquired

Every company needs professional accounting to avoid risks, even though it doesn't directly impact the product or customers.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The venture capital industry often struggles with accountability, as firms may hesitate to fire underperforming partners due to reputational concerns.

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FULL SEND PODCAST Cast

09/30/22

@ FULL SEND PODCAST

Having an accountability partner is crucial for staying consistent with training, especially on days when motivation is low.