The Ethical Leader

Being a true leader is never easy. Even with hundreds of leadership resources, being in a management role can be complicated. Add the concept of ethics into the equation and leadership is risen to the next level.

Leadership is challenging; from an emotionally driven decision to purely profit oriented ones, leaders today face the dilemma of finding the right balance. Ethical leadership means more than acting ethically on the surface. It involves business decision making and strategic direction that doesn’t put individuals and businesses in a compromise with ethical standards.

Will there ever be an answer for unethical behavior? The world is comprised of many cultures, religions, and beliefs. This diversity is what makes defining ethics and instilling ethical conduct in the workplace a difficult task. If the business world is going to advance the cause towards ethics, individuals must understand the traits and skills that an ethical leader should exhibit.

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