Leading in Context

AUGUST 23, 2017

Great attention is often paid to values in defining and marketing an organization. The problem with that assumption is that while people may WANT to follow the organization's stated values, they may not know how. But what happens after that? It's the ongoing dialogue about how to apply those values that brings them to life.

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Leading in Context

JANUARY 8, 2014

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. Ethical Leader Ethical Organization Trends'

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

By Linda Fisher Thornton Many organizations are still talking about the triple bottom line (Profits, People, Planet) as if it's the standard for ethical business. While it's a great improvement over focusing on profit alone, the triple bottom line doesn't reflect the current expectations of customers, employees and global markets.

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

By Linda Fisher Thornton Sometimes out of fear, convenience, profit (or marketing promises) we use a solution that goes way beyond what is necessary to solve the problem. There are broad ethical implications of over-solving problems, and this post will explore some of them.

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Leading in Context

JULY 18, 2012

These advantages include improved bench strength, improved talent retention and greater market value over time. According to several recent reports, businesses that invest in leadership development enjoy clear advantages.

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