Do we need an ethical bailout to go along with the financial one?
Let us discuss the need for honesty and integrity as the basic principle of leadership. Defines quality leadership as a process beyond technical competence. Successful leaders continually demonstrate honesty and integrity as an essential element of their professional fabric; a lack of commitment to the principle renders all other skills meaningless. Depicts honesty and integrity as essential elements of human behavior that promote and support quality relationships. Defines honesty and integrity in the context of building trust and maintaining credibility. Provides a sound philosophy that increases the probability for long-term success and professional fulfillment.
The matter raised ”legitimate and genuine concerns”, adding: ”My concern ... is that without integrity and legitimacy and honesty, and then Government cannot function. This must now be settled, otherwise it saps at the very heart of what is the highest office – and the highest office-holder.”
Is honesty for suckers?
— A worldwide recession sets in when it turns out that a vast subprime mortgage system was built on a foundation of fraud.
— Government officials are convicted of fraud and misappropriation of funds and backdoor deals.
— Cheating is rampant in high schools and colleges.
— And in sports? The same deal. Doping scandals, cheating, chemical and otherwise, pervades football, baseball and other sports.
— Wall Street is being manipulated by corporate America bilking investors out of billions of dollars.
If so many people are cheating, how can honest people play by the rules and not be at a disadvantage — in school, at work, in sports, in business?
Do we need an ethical bailout to go along with the financial one?
Are you a chump if you play by the rules?
Compiled by: YJ Draiman for Mayor of LA
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Respect – You Have To Earn It
ReplyDeleteAre you respected as a leader? We all desire to be respected. However, not all leaders have the respect of those they lead. Once respect is lost, it is very difficult and in many cases impossible, to regain it. Leaders must have the respect of those they lead to be able to accomplish the mission.
In August, at the Monthly Leadership Seminar, I taught a lesson entitled “Respect – You Have to Earn It”. Click here for the outline. We examined five qualities that help a leader gain respect.
1. Success: Past, Present & Future
• Having track record – past success helps a leader. At the least it buys them a little time.
• Past success is helpful but people want leaders who are competent, leaders they have confidence in because they are leading well today.
• Leaders who communicate future possibilities along with a strategy to achieve them also gain respect.
2. Character/Integrity
• Gain respect by demonstrating integrity. Keep commitments, honesty, ethics, and trustworthiness.
• Treat others, regardless of position, with dignity and respect.
3. Courage
• Leaders gain respect by making the hard calls. Do what is right and best and you will gain respect. Likely there will be times when you aren’t liked by all, but you will be respected.
4. Respect For Others
• The “Golden Rule” really is golden. Establish a culture of respect, dignity and professionalism.
I came across your blog when reading Chris Stephen’s blog. Your posts are spot on and very helpful. I especially liked this post. I’ve heard the question asked is it better to be loved as a leader or feared as a leader. I don’t like either of those options. I think it’s best to be respected. Thanks for outlining what that means.
Scott
• Be respectful of those who disagree with you.
5. Effective Communication
• Communicate your vision for “what could be” in your organization or team.
• Listen. Really listen.
• Respect important messages often.
What other ways can a leader earn respect?