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Flexible Work Without Losing Accountability

How to keep standards clear while allowing different work styles.

Shared Language editorial team

Published · 2 min read

Why this matters

Flexibility and accountability can work together.

Keep standards clear

Define:

  • Outcome
  • Deadline
  • Quality
  • Communication expectations
  • Check-in points

Allow flexibility

Once standards are clear, allow flexibility in how the work gets done.

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Clarify the outcome and deadline before debating the work style.