Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2023

When McRaven retired in 2014, he had 37 years as a Navy SEAL under his belt, leading men and women at every level of the special operations community. McRaven The title “Bullfrog” is given to the Navy SEAL who has served the longest on active duty.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

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 from Within

JULY 29, 2014

The ones that extend themselves to keep promises, act ethically, lead by example, show fairness, act out of humility, show confidence, and demonstrate trust. Ask yourself which of these things you’re already doing and which you need to work on: A leader worth following leads with ethics. © 2014 Lolly Daskal. All rights reserved.

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You're Not the Boss of Me

DECEMBER 28, 2013

I’m posting it again because well, I think it continues to be relevant in 2014. However, if you have something that would make the workplace of 2014 much better, attitude-wise, I encourage you to share it. For instance, legal and ethical boundaries are permanent fixtures in any reputable company and must be strongly enforced.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 22, 2014

On December 1 I''ll announce my vote for the best new leadership book of 2014. Stay tuned. It''s a great one. In the meantime, here''s a look back at my my top (favorite) books for leaders that were published in 2013. Each provides timely, practical and valuable tips, techniques and tools for how to become a more effective leader.

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Books Ethics Leadership Tips 78

Joseph Lalonde

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

According to a 2014 Gallop study , only 31.5% A lack of ethics – There are organizations out there whose leadership lacks integrity. They know their organization can be more effective if everyone was excited and ready to work. Photo By Cortney White. The truth is, most employees are disengaged. And the staff notices this.

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Change Starts Here

DECEMBER 30, 2014

When I shared this article in the Organizational Change Practitioners group on LinkedIn , it created a controversy about ethics. A couple of stories highlight that implementing change anyway, even without support, can work on a small scale. Five Valid Reasons People are Mad at Your Change Initiative.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Flashback to this post from early 2015 : After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best new leadership book of 2014 is, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization from the Ground Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Question : Can work ethic be taught? Fly-bys don’t count.

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Books Leadership Ethics Morale 65

Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Flashback to this post from early 2015 : After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best leadership book for 2014 is, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization from the Ground Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Question : Can work ethic be taught? Fly-bys don’t count.

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Books Leadership Ethics Morale 65

Strategy Driven

AUGUST 27, 2014

Question : Can you teach ethics, or are we ‘hard wired’ and born with or without ethics? YES you can teach the principles and importance of ethics. YES , you can model the ethics you expect within your culture. Therefore, what’s ethical in China is not ethical in Rome and vice versa.

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Ethics Competitive Advantage Learning-by-Doing Strategic Planning 57

Thin Difference

MAY 21, 2019

Common Good: Dignity and Ethics. Kipper (2017) points out how dignity is too often ignored as an ethical value, leaving injustices in place rather than stepping up to the challenges. Change leaders need to consider ethics and dignity in their actions, especially in workplaces. Journal of Business Ethics,146 (1), 125-133.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 17, 2023

Risk-averse approach The researchers analyzed financial data from over 200 companies that were included in the Forbes 500 list between 2014 and 2017. The study validated the integrity measurement by comparing it with companies ranked as the most ethical by independent observers like Forbes and found a high correlation between the two.

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Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 6, 2015

Although fictional, The Circle is the best business book of the year about corporate culture because it raises ethical and philosophical questions that are not, and cannot safely be, raised in many companies—and not just high-tech ones. He is the author of 17 books, including “ Leading Change: The Argument for Values-Based Leadership ”.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Cohen AMACOM (2014) A brilliant explanation of how to apply the most valuable lessons to be learned from Peter Drucker (1909–2005) The title of this book seems somewhat redundant because Peter Drucker is, in my opinion, the most practical business thinker […].

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First Friday Book Synopsis

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

Cohen AMACOM (2014) A brilliant explanation of how to apply the most valuable lessons to be learned from Peter Drucker (1909 –2005) The title of this book seems somewhat redundant because Peter Drucker is, in my opinion, the most practical business […].

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Drucker Books Review Class 75

The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The IRS estimates an annual loss of around $428 billion based on data from 2014-2016, and similar tax gaps in the hundreds of billions are reported by other nations. However, the remaining 15% of tax cheats contribute to substantial revenue losses for the government.

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CEO Blog

JANUARY 25, 2015

Although I have grieved often since his diagnosis with pancreatic cancer in October 2014, I still grieve and actually look for "time" to grieve. My son, David, spoke of the "what would Don do" question that could be used to determine action in any ethical dilemma. He valued work ethic and this was one of his ways of showing that.

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CEO Blog

JANUARY 25, 2015

Although I have grieved often since his diagnosis with pancreatic cancer in October 2014, I still grieve and actually look for "time" to grieve. My son, David, spoke of the "what would Don do" question that could be used to determine action in any ethical dilemma. He valued work ethic and this was one of his ways of showing that.

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Meyer Ethics Learning-by-Doing Video 100

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 30, 2019

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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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 16, 2024

Research from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo explores how this scenario unfolded in Brazil after an economic crisis in 2014. Moral values Among men aged 50 or more, three sets of moral values were identified: “worker’s ethic,” “getting-by ethic,” and “provider’s ethic.”

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Ethics Entrepreneur Resistance Morale 67

In the CEO Afterlife

MAY 6, 2016

That tenure came to an end in 2014 when Heinz decided to mothball the factory and put 740 people out of work. The Leamington story, and the intestinal fortitude of this little town epitomizes the ethic of everyday people who believe in themselves, and in the strength of others like them to make what seems impossible, possible.

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Retail Restructuring Brand Ethics 100

Tim Milburn

JANUARY 28, 2014

Being trustworthy aligns with every faith-based and ethical notion going back thousands of years. His new book, The Age of the Customer ® , will be released January 2014. Trust was at the headwaters of the Age of the Seller and it will only grow in value in the Age of the Customer. It’s a good business practice.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Being in control For decades, researchers have understood the connection between our sense of control over our lives and how we judge ethical lapses. Inequality, whether on a societal or neighborhood level, appears to play a significant role in shaping attitudes toward control and ethical standards.

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Morale Participative Ethics Transportation 67

Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

A 2014 Pew Research found out that college graduates with degrees earn around $17,000 more than their counterparts with high school diplomas each year. Enhances Your Work Ethics. But, if you succeed, you’ll be able to demonstrate enhanced work ethics to your colleagues and employer at work.

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Six Disciplines

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Since 1988, 99 organizations have received Baldrige Awards, including the 2014 winners: PricewaterhouseCoopers Public Sector Practice, McLean, Va. organizations, and publicizes successful performance strategies. service); Hill Country Memorial, Fredericksburg, Texas (health care); St.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 13, 2014

My big idea for 2014 is the continuation and solidification of the Gitomer Certified Advisor Program. It will emerge in 2014 as the premier independent licensee program in the world. List intentions for 2014. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. For me, it’s traveling to The Great Wall of China.

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Marshall Goldsmith

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

This category includes people who regularly belittle us, people consumed by addiction, or people who make dangerous ethical lapses that could compromise our livelihoods. 1] Mary MacVean, “For Many People, Gathering Possessions Is Just the Stuff of Life,” Los Angeles Times , March 21, 2014, [link]. [2]

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Every professional must embrace a set of ethics: Things for which each professional holds himself/herself accountable. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. It is good business to recognize opportunities for practice development. Holds benchmarks for Continuous Quality Improvement. Realistically attainable goals.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 16, 2014

I’ll add a few words of definition to each, but more important, think about each of these virtues as it relates to you, your self-disciplines, your actions, and your ethics. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. Maybe even RATE YOURSELF on each one as you read. Take honest actions you can be proud of.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 7, 2014

They can be modified if you simply propose an ethical, viable and mutually beneficial alternative solution. Much useful information can be gleaned during casual conversation, including what they value in life, what motivates them, what annoys them, their ethics, etc. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 11, 2014

I recommend that diversity audits, quality control reviews, ethics programs and other important regimen be conducted as part of Strategic Planning, rather than as stand-alone, distracting and energy diverting activities. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. Consider leaving a comment! All rights reserved.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 23, 2014

Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. Recommended Resource – Reviving Work Ethic. Consider leaving a comment! If you enjoyed this article, let us keep you up-to-date on other newly published insights by signing up for our complimentary StrategyDriven Newsletter. All rights reserved. part 2 of 6. part 1 of 6.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

We want them to be loyal, grateful, ethical, engaged, and kind to the people they work with and for. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. Emotions are contagious; we catch flyby emotions more quickly than we catch a cold. The idea that we can keep emotions out of the workplace is a lot of bunk. All rights reserved.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. The Advisor’s Corner – Can Ethics Be Learned? Consider leaving a comment! If you enjoyed this article, let us keep you up-to-date on other newly published insights by signing up for our complimentary StrategyDriven Newsletter. All rights reserved.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 21, 2014

Whatever methods (legal and ethical of course) you use, you need to discover at least these SIX key things about your candidates BEFORE you hire. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. We keep getting the same lousy results and yet we have not substantively changed the hiring practices in most organizations.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 4, 2014

According to research conducted by the Ethics Resource Center: Employees of organizations steal 10 times more than do shoplifters. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. That involves testing and more sophisticated hiring practices. Employee theft and shoplifting accounting for 15% of the retail cost of merchandise.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 1, 2014

Ethics and standards… those are for chumps. Copyright 2007-2014 by StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC. We’re too worried about __ (some item in the news… the latest source of gossip). Interest rates are too high. Our lawyer can take care of any problems that arise. Until then, it’s business as usual.

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