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The Fickle Nature of Good Character and Trust

Leading with Trust

I’m sure you’ll enjoy his wisdom about the intersection of character, trust, and ethics. We are prone to make bad, and sometimes unethical judgements when there is greater pressure to “get’er done,” versus to get things done ethically, safely, or legally. Some people would call these virtues and they are.

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How to Speak Up About Ethical Issues at Work

Harvard Business Review

Ethical situations at work can be cause for alarm, and are also a normal part of doing business,” says Detert. That’s why it’s important to not only know how to recognize an ethical issue but how to raise it — especially one that may be more of a gray area, she says. ” Talk to the perpetrator first.

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How to Manage a Toxic Employee

Harvard Business Review

For most people, the possibility of missing out on a promised promotion or suffering other consequences “tied to the pocketbook” will be a strong motivation to behave in a more civil way. Case Study #1: Give direct feedback and support the rest of the team. Case Study #2: Help him rebuild his reputation.

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How to Work for a Workaholic

Harvard Business Review

In certain circumstances, “working for a manager who’s task-oriented and has a high need for achievement can be motivating,” says Linda Hill, professor at Harvard Business School and coauthor of Being the Boss. Case Study #1: Lay out your parameters and priorities. What the Experts Say.

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