Accountability...A Noun or a Verb?

By Richard L. Cassidy

Book Overview

Richard Cassidy's Accountability: A Noun or a Verb? takes the simple premise of 'we are all accountable for our behavior' and explores the significant relationship between accountability and our... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419637932
• ISBN13: 9781419637933
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Booksurge Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.2" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Highly recommend

At first, I thought Cassidy was simply going to provide an overview of great books on leadership. However, his style of writing quickly became very passionate and personal. He dates himself to be 36 years old at the time of publication but has wisdom beyond his years. Cassidy incorporated sports and personal events to depict the ideas in his book that were both entertaining and memorable. Many times, he over-explained the point he was presenting so that 3 pages could have been effectively stated in 5 sentences, and the lack grammar was slightly distracting. Overlooking these trivial flaws will allow you to learn powerful lessons. When drawn into self-pity or just reacting to daily circumstances, I am reminded of Cassidy's easy-to-understand concepts. Thank you Ann for providing this book and thank you Cassidy for sharing pieces of your life in order to advance the lives of those around you. I highly recommend this book.

Relevant in so many ways

This book presents an excellent set of concepts and really turns a light bulb on for the reader. Cassidy does a great job pulling in real life experiences to drive his points home. Everything in this book can be applied to both our personal and professional lives.

Time of Change and Accountability for Self

Is accountability truly a verb? The book encourages reflection and thought into the process of accountability and how it effects one in the work environment and everyday life. Great book for independent reading or for group discussion.

Send it to those in need!! Especially our youth.

I loved this book for a number of reasons. It is not a "heavy" book with a lot of research and statistics and can quickly be read by most readers. It is a real world view of life through the eyes of a man who has some important messages that we all need to pay attention to when it comes to accountability. But, what I like most is that even young adults should find this interesting. I have personally sent two copies of this book to young adults down to the age of 14. If you are influencing the young, I would recommend this book as part of your strategy. Let them know about how important accountability will be to their success in work, relationships, marriage, and parenting. Richard Cassidy's book touches on all of these area's and is a great read for adults and youth.

Best "Work" Book I've Read this year!

Cassidy uses quick quips to help keep the reader entertained, yet focused on the key message which is how to achieve and maintain accountability in all facets of life. Its a quick read and the "take home message" is simple, yet highly effective. I would recommend to anyone entering a highly complex work environment, where the accountability-factor may sometimes be unclear. Kudos to Cassidy!