Staff Accountability - with Erec Hillis and Justin Pritikin - The Day Camp Pod #122

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Raising the Bar: Practical Strategies for Staff Accountability This Summer

This week on The Day Camp Pod, we dive into the essential topic of staff accountability, exploring how to foster a professional environment where team members are responsible and contribute effectively. Hosts Andy Pritikin, Sam Thompson, and Jordanna Grossinger welcome Justin Pritikin and Eric Hillis to discuss strategies for setting clear expectations, addressing performance, and empowering leadership staff to hold their teams accountable. 

Highlights:

• 02:16 Camp Career Accelerator Program
• 04:07 Staff Accountability and High Standards
• 07:52 Challenges in Staff Management
• 10:32 Middle Management Struggles
• 17:50 Training vs. Attitude Issues
• 24:51 Empowering Middle Management
• 30:55 Addressing Staff Performance Issues
• 32:34 Implementing a Point System for Accountability
• 33:26 Balancing Empathy and Accountability
• 41:05 Consequences and Praise Models
• 43:12 Formalizing Feedback and Documentation
• 49:52 Challenges of Middle Management
• 51:58 Intergenerational Perspectives on Leadership

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Your Hosts:

• Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day Camp
• Sam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park District
• Jordanna Grossinger, Director - Camp Robin Hood
• Erec Hillis, Owner and Executive Director - Camp Champions
• Justin Pritikin, Director of Staff, Teen Leadership Coordinator, & Special Events Director - Everwood Day Camp

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