Leading in Context

MAY 9, 2018

We had lively discussions about how to see ethical nuances clearly when the […]. The stakes are high and it’s easy to miss the mark. I spoke at the Virginia Professional Communicators Conference on Saturday, as the group celebrated its 60th Anniversary.

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Each day brings new challenges that consume our time and require us to grow into higher levels of ethical awareness to avoid missteps and miscalculations. As we try to find stable footing in unstable times, ethical agility will be a factor in our success.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 18, 2024

With emerging technologies, shifting consumer behaviors, and dynamic market trends, staying ahead of the curve is more crucial than ever for online businesses. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key e-commerce marketing trends that are shaping the industry in 2024.

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Rich Gee Group

APRIL 23, 2024

This technology, spearheaded by tech industry pioneers, speeds up the job search process significantly but also introduces intense competition and raises ethical concerns regarding data privacy and employment equity. Adjust business and career strategies accordingly to stay competitive.

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Leading in Context

JULY 1, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton Connect Magazine invited me to weigh in on why ethical brand reputation is so important and how brands can build and foster stronger images.­ In this article I share practical advice on protecting ethical brands and five top leadership trends I see unfolding in 2020.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 8, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton This post is the first in a Series exploring 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership as we approach IoT Day on April 14th. Unlike the software design projects of the past, working in the IoT takes us into completely uncharted ethical territory.

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Leading in Context

MAY 15, 2019

As an invited reviewer, my focus is on Global Challenge 15: Global Ethics. It details the global input on the most prevalent concerns and opportunities related to global ethics. By Linda Fisher ThorntonI participate in a global think tank called The Milennium Project (TMP).

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Leading in Context

JUNE 6, 2018

By Linda Fisher Thornton What trends will impact your leadership and your business this year? Get settled in with your favorite morning brew and review these 50+ trend reports on what to expect in 2018. Adapting to these changes will require constant shifts in direction and focus, while staying grounded in positive ethical values.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the world continues to evolve at a rapid pace, HR trends in 2023 are expected to follow suit. One of the biggest global HR trends for 2023 is the increasing importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Another trend that is expected to gain traction in 2023 is the use of artificial intelligence in HR. DEI in 2023.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 9, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton Have you noticed that well-being is trending? It''s not enough to provide fair pay and good work conditions any more. People want to participate in something meaningful and work in high-trust cultures where they can flourish. They seek out companies that care about their well-being.

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Leading in Context

MAY 6, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton Part 1 in this series introduced 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership and the importance of ethical foresight. Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4 explored the dimensions of Ethical Design, Legal Compliance. and Human Impact. Today's post explores a new dimension - Evolving Ecosystem.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 22, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton Part 1 in this Series on 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership focused on the importance of Ethical Foresight. Part 2 introduced 5 Ethical Dimensions of the IoT and explored the 1st dimension - Ethical Design. Part 3 discusses Legal Compliance, the 2nd dimension.

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Leading in Context

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton We are expected to make ethical decisions in a rapidly changing global society, where there is increasing awareness of what "ethical" means. The question of where ethics is headed has been the focus of my research over the last four years. How do we prepare for that?

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

We've seen many articles about ethical consumerism, conscious capitalism and the responsible consumer. The bottom line is that consumers continue to expect much more from brands than an honest and perfectly executed transaction.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 15, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton This is Part 2 in a Series exploring 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership in celebration of IoT Day on April 9th. Part 1 included an Introduction and the importance of Ethical Foresight. Part 2 explores the 1st Ethical Dimension of IoT Leadership: Ethical Design.

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

By Linda Fisher Thornton Leading ethically requires staying competent as a professional and as a leader. The speed of change in today’s global economy may cause leaders to fall behind even while they are diligently working to stay on top of trends and industry knowledge.

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Leading in Context

MAY 13, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton Part 1 in this series on 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership focused on the importance of Ethical Foresight. Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5 explored the dimensions of Ethical Design, Legal Compliance. Human Impact. and Evolving Ecosystem.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 2, 2014

In spite of all the bad news you see in the media about ethics, we don''t build ethical cultures by focusing on the negative. Let''s face it - thinking about fraud, embezzlement and conflict of interest won''t make us better leaders. But that''s what many of us are focusing on in our organizations.

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Leading in Context

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

By Linda Fisher Thornton One of the challenges of responsible leadership is staying on top of fast-moving trends. This week, I’m making that process a little easier for you by sharing 19 interesting leadership trend reports. Get ready to read about leadership trends including disruption, adaptation and reinvention.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 29, 2020

By Linda Fisher Thornton Part 1 in this series on 5 Ethical Dimensions of IoT Leadership focused on the importance of ethical foresight. Part 2 and Part 3 introduced two dimensions - Ethical Design and Legal Compliance. Today's post explores a new dimension - Human Impact.

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Leading in Context

JUNE 25, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton What do Deloitte, Strategy & PwC, Dow Jones, The Ethics Resource Center and LRN have to say about trends in business ethics? Get ready for some good news: Ethical Leader Ethical Organization Trends 7 Lenses business ethics ethical leadership ethical trends ethics blogs proactive ethical leadership'

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Leading in Context

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton I recently blogged about trends in ethical leadership, sharing 10 forces that are fueling a movement toward higher expectations for values-based leadership. Today I want to explore how those trends help explain what we are seeing in ethics cases in the news.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 11, 2023

The way HR teams handle ethical dilemmas can have a profound impact on talent attraction , retention, and overall organizational culture. Unveiling the Essence of Ethics in Human Resources Ethics in human resources involves upholding a set of moral principles and values at all levels of an organization.

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HR Digest

APRIL 21, 2023

What new trends and developments can we expect to see in the coming years, and what implications will they have on automation in HR and the organizations they serve? In this article, we will explore some of the most exciting trends in HR technology and their potential implications. But what does the future of AI in HR hold?

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

I am honored that today they published my Manifesto about ethical thinking. Is that autopilot programmed to make ethical decisions?". This Manifesto begins with an Aristotle quote "We are what we repeatedly do" and then asks us to think hard about what we repeatedly do. "Is Is our thinking on autopilot?" "Is

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton Last week I wrote about how to prepare for leadership future by staying centered in ethical values. This week I''m sharing a graphic about 5 other variables that need to be in place to build a (positive) ethical culture. Grounding our work in values is critically important but it''s not enough.

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Leading in Context

JANUARY 8, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton Staying competent is an important part of today''s proactive ethical leadership. As we head into 2014, the trend reports at the links below will give you a "business leader''s preview" of what to expect in sectors that range from consumer trends, human resources, leadership and marketing to food, and technology.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Ethical Responsibility in Executive Search Navigating Data and AI Ethically With greater power comes greater responsibility. The harnessing of data and AI in executive search brings forth critical ethical considerations. Staying adaptive and agile regarding technology and human expertise will be crucial.

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Leading in Context

MAY 28, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton As we strive to build ethical organizations, we must remember that our target is moving. As the world changes, ethical expectations change. It would be easier to develop ethical leaders and build ethical organizations if ethics were a fixed destination. Ethical expectations are evolving.

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Leading in Context

DECEMBER 31, 2014

They are focused on learning proactive ethical leadership and building a high-trust culture. If I had to describe the theme of these posts it might be "learning how to keep up with changes in ethical leadership expectations."

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Leading in Context

JULY 16, 2014

By Linda Fisher Thornton Today I''m sharing hand-picked resources about how to build an ethical culture. They acknowledge complexity, and are based on performance improvement and ethical principles. This collection provides practical advice for how to build high trust cultures and keep the ethics conversation alive.

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Leading in Context

OCTOBER 10, 2018

By Linda Fisher Thornton Each year I curate a list of sites that write about trends that will change how we do business in the coming year. This year's list includes some ongoing trends from last year and some fresh ideas and new directions. Take a look at the 70+ trends at the links below and start getting ready for what's ahead!

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Leading in Context

DECEMBER 3, 2014

They describe the kind of leadership that is respectful, caring and ethically aware. This is the positive leadership that engages employees in meaningful work and helps builds an ethical culture. My hope is that you will share this story with your leadership team and plan now for the future, using the questions that follow.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Moreover, governance excellence is synonymous with nurturing a culture of transparency, trust, and ethical behavior. Moreover, identifying board members who epitomize strong ethical values and a commitment to transparency is paramount. When these facets meld seamlessly, governance excellence catalyzes organizational success.

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Leading in Context

JUNE 26, 2013

By Linda Fisher Thornton When we think about ethical leadership as a performance system, we get a higher level view of what it takes to develop ethical leaders. This graphic shows what an integrated ethical leadership performance management system might look like.

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Leading in Context

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Here are 7 different interpretations of what is ethically good, based on the framework in 7 Lenses: Learning the Principles and Practices of Ethical Leadership (2013). Complexity Context Ethical Organization Ethical Thinking Trends complexity developing ethical leaders ethical leadership context ethical thinking leading ethically'

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

By Linda Fisher Thornton To celebrate 7 Lenses going into its second printing, this is the fourth post in a special series focused on Why Ethical Thinking Matters.

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