In this episode, Eric R. Alexander speaks with Sam Silverstein about accountability as a relational commitment rooted in stewardship rather than control. Their conversation explores how leaders create high-performance cultures by prioritizing people, relationships, and lived values over tactics alone.

• Accountability is not about responsibility or control, but about keeping commitments to people through strong relationships.
• Leaders are stewards of the safety and success of those they lead, which raises leadership to a higher moral and relational standard.
• Research shows culture and lived values drive performance more than policies or slogans.
• True influence does not require a title; it is demonstrated by showing up for others when it matters most.

Sam Silverstein is an internationally recognized authority on accountability, leadership, and workplace culture. As the founder of The Accountability Institute and creator of the Certified Accountability Advisor program, Sam has dedicated his career to helping organizations and individuals build cultures where people thrive and leaders inspire. He is an author of 14 books and speaks regularly to audiences around the world. More about Sam: samsilverstein.com

For more episodes and additional information about the show: stewardleaderspodcast.com

For more about Eric: ericralexander.com sixarrowsconsulting.com

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Intro/outro music: "Fairest" performed and arranged by Eric, based on the hymn "Fairest Lord Jesus" (from a 17th century German hymn and folk tune).