Lead Change Blog

MARCH 20, 2017

The manner my dad handled a Hightower cow invasion and how Mr. Hightower handled the exact same scenario was a powerful lesson in the ethics of service. He knew he had done a good deed, helped retain civility between neighbors, and taught his boys the power of service. But, it never mattered to my dad. A Service Prelude.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Consider the broader implications of your choices, especially on team morale and individual well-being. Champion Ethical AI Use As a leader, advocate for ethical AI practices within your organization. Balance AI Insights with Human Judgment While AI can provide valuable insights, always apply human judgment to any decision.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 7, 2023

The first time Michael Reddington joined the podcast in 2022 we discussed his book, The Disciplined Listening Method, How a Certified Forensic Interviewer Unlocks Hidden Value in Every Conversation and that conversation turned into one of the most powerful episodes of 2022.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2014

Harvard professor Max Bazerman believes in the power of noticing. The Power of Noticing guides us through what happens when our focus can prevent us from seeing the critical information we need to make better decisions. Personality cults end badly for this very reason. We are also unlikely to notice gradual changes.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

What Intrusive Thoughts Can Mean For Your Career by @westfallonline via @forbes Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback by Steve Keating @LeadToday Sally Jenkins: What We Can Learn From Great Athletes from @JohnBaldoni Help Employees Get Back in the Driver’s Seat of Their Career Development by @Julie_WG How to Get Unstuck with Your Career Pivot (..)

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Lead from Within

MARCH 11, 2024

A Culture in Peril: The Domino Effect Employee morale and culture are intertwined. Morale takes a nosedive, and the negative ripple effect can lead to a toxic atmosphere. Recognizing their efforts not only boosts morale but also fosters loyalty and commitment. Show your dedication to the company’s values and work ethic.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Building a Moral Framework for Machine Decisions: With AI making more decisions in the business, ethical considerations are becoming crucial. Leaders should work on creating ethical guidelines for AI operations to ensure fairness and transparency. Hold beginner workshops on trends like AI, automation, and cybersecurity.

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Experience to Lead

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

From virtual assistants like Siri to self-driving cars, we can now teach machines to solve complex problems with the power of computer engineering and robust data sets. AI presents exciting opportunities for businesses to become more client-focused and data-driven, but this technology still relies on humans to make morally sound decisions.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This natural curiosity applies to leaders in a more penetrating way because leaders have power and influence. Leaders with a balanced ego are aware of their power but confident enough in themselves that they prefer to minimize its unnecessary display. Setting direction well means establishing a compelling vision and ethical strategies.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

Leaders can not underestimate the power of leading by example. Leadership guru Warren Bennis has noted, “So much lip service is paid to the issue of business ethics; but how do you in fact build an organization distinguished by tangible integrity, moral vision, and transparency? Trust your folks to do the right thing.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

We may think of most leaders as educated and ethically evolved, but as with any other field, there are some bad apples. The first step is to define whether the behavior is something you disagree with—something that violates your personal moral code—or something that’s truly intolerable. Ask yourself some questions: Is it illegal?

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Your character is defined by your integrity, ethics, and moral principles. Character Will Lead You: In addition to core values, your character will play a critical role in your leadership journey. By leading with character, you will earn the trust and respect of your followers.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

MARCH 5, 2019

Getting personal in an ethical, moral, and professional way is how legendary leaders influence others and get things done. Getting to know others and allowing them to know you on a personal level is a powerful tool you can use to develop mutual trust. You can and should get personal to a degree without crossing those lines.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Bill Treasurer of Giant Leap Consulting contributed Good Leaders and the Endowment of Power. Dr. Bill Donahue writes The 5 Principles of Ethical Leadership. Bill shares: “ Ethics matter. You and I set the ethical tone and shape the authentic culture of our teams and in our organizations. Productivity. Here’s how.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 10, 2018

Ethical corners were cut. Along the way, compassion, empathy, and character, the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual became less important. Hang onto generosity, reciprocity, and ethical commitments. ? Appreciate the power and possibility of differences; don’t marginalize those who see things differently.

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Lead from Within

JULY 31, 2023

If a leader is not effectively communicating successful and not fostering a sense of collaboration and participation, it can lead to misunderstandings, low morale, and a lack of trust and respect. Good leaders are known for their integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior. Are you compromising your character?

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

This theory emphasizes the importance of leaders being humble, ethical, and compassionate, and places a strong emphasis on the leader’s role in developing and empowering their followers. Be a role model: Lead by example and set high ethical and moral standards for yourself and your organization. Disagree with?

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

In this video post, Chris shares: “ Moving forward, employees expect companies to make morally just decisions. Linda Fisher Thornton of LeadinginContext contributed Leadership: Evaluating Ethical Awareness. Wally Bock of Three Star Leadership provided The Power of the Pause. They expect respect. That’s a high standard.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 14, 2017

Many people who move into leadership positions get caught up in thinking that power is the way to build great leadership, when in fact it’s just the opposite. Power come to those who take on responsibility—not just for themselves but for others. Each action and word must meet a moral and ethical baseline.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Often used by people within positions of power within organizations, these clichés support control, group cohesion, or an agenda. Although these clichés might serve short-term management objectives, they often hinder long-term innovation, suppress employee morale, and foster a culture of compliance over mutual growth.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

APRIL 28, 2014

It’s too easy to get caught up in the sweep of immoral decisions and ethical misconduct when you allow yourself to be distracted and pulled along by what other leaders are doing. You will be able to know that you stayed in tune with your values, your ethics, and your moral compass. This requires you to focus on the moment.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 3, 2023

But as the saying goes, “With great power comes great responsibility.” The constant monitoring can create a toxic work environment, eroding morale and fostering an atmosphere of distrust. Employers must consider the ethical implications of monitoring and ensure that it aligns with legal and regulatory frameworks.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 19, 2019

In some instances, I have seen how the dynamics of power-play work. I have witnessed how power-hungry managers wield power by inspiring a few for some time before the disillusion sets in. You can’t preach people to be ethical and have moral standards and then show off a falsehood of high morality and ethics.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 2, 2022

While we all strive to maintain our moral standards, it is inevitable that there will be times when we err. Research from the University of East Anglia suggests that when we’re able to self-reflect, we’re much more likely to recover from any failures and not divert from our “moral compass” as a result instead.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 12, 2018

They’re more concerned about how things will look to others when they make decisions which they do to make themselves look good, or for power, prestige, recognition or reward. Leaders like this can be Radical, they are Ethical and Authentic Leaders. You understand how you make decisions and which stakeholder(s) they are in service of.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

MAY 7, 2019

Watch for those times, because when you continue to grasp at power that belongs to someone else, the situation can get dicey at best and wreak havoc at worst. Standing up to a leader who is morally or ethically corrupt. These are the leaders who use their power to advance themselves to the detriment of the “greater good”.

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Lead from Within

JULY 18, 2017

When you operate without a clearly defined sense of ethics and morality, you will lose respect. It’s easy to stray from your moral compass when you’re distracted, discouraged, disenchanted. There’s nothing worse than being in a place of power and being loud and wrong, brash and harsh, untrusted and destructive.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Fighting Power by Martin van Crevald. The Rise and Fall of Great Powers by Paul Kennedy. War, Morality and the Military Profession by Malham Wakin. Strategy, Ethics and the War on Terrorism by Albert Pierce. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. Invisible Armies by Max Boot. The Savage Wars of Peace by Max Boot.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Question : Can work ethic be taught? Van Gorder: I believe a work ethic is cultural – both from an individual and corporate perspective. In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.” But if there is not a sense of “accountability” from top to bottom, a work ethic will be sporadic if it exists at all. Fly-bys don’t count.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 22, 2020

Intentions that give the benefit of the doubt even when observable actions are morally or ethically questionable. Existing hierarchy that’s routinely accepted as a means to communicate, control, and distribute power with rules and status used to justify and assert personal dominance.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Question : Can work ethic be taught? Van Gorder: I believe a work ethic is cultural – both from an individual and corporate perspective. In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.” But if there is not a sense of “accountability” from top to bottom, a work ethic will be sporadic if it exists at all. Fly-bys don’t count.

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Modern Servant Leader

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

The virtuous leader has high moral standards and leads their organization by example in this regard. If the leader has strong morals or ethics, they will often need to trust their instincts. Furthermore, the virtuous leader does not feign strong moral or ethics or make dramatic example of their sacrifices.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 14, 2022

“We wanted to know if there were circumstances where empowered employees would use their increased power and discretion to behave unethically—and we found that there are other things leaders need to do if they want to garner the benefits of empowerment and reduce associated risks,” the researchers say.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

AUGUST 15, 2010

August 15th, 2010 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus Yet another Fortune CEO has fallen due to ethics violations. Hewlett-Packard, a company that started out as an example of moral leadership with “The HP Way” in 1939, has proven itself vulnerable to an unscrupulous CEO when Mark Hurd recently resigned. Am I acting ethically in this situation?”

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Chartered Management Institute

APRIL 19, 2023

Article: Leading with integrity: lessons from Britain’s Most Admired Companies Written by Nigel Cassidy Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Top UK leaders on living your principles, ethical dilemmas and the small actions that make a difference If shunning the trappings of power and living healthily are any indicator (..)

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 5, 2018

Sean summarizes, “ An inspirational song can motivate your team and provide that extra boost of emotion that you might need to finish your project successfully… If you want to put together something that will boost your team morale and performance, consider using one or more of these inspirational songs to motivate your team!

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 21, 2021

That body armor consists of five factors of personal resilience : active optimism decisive action moral compass relentless tenacity interpersonal support According to the authors, these five factors of personal resilience are keys to improving your work habits and output in the workplace, and to achieving overall satisfaction from life.

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