Leading in Context

MAY 24, 2017

By Linda Fisher Thornton Ethical leaders seek shared value. They look for ways to meet the needs of others while they champion their own projects and ideas. Because they understand that they are responsible for making choices that honor their well-being AND the well-being of others.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 10, 2019

However, I didn’t realise that it wasn’t the work that was to blame — it was my work ethic. Thankfully, through a trusted work partner, I discovered a technique known as Kanban , and it completely revived my work ethic. I work on all sorts of different projects, and a standard to-do list just doesn’t cut it. What is Kanban?

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

By Linda Fisher Thornton One of the things we know about ethical decision-making is that we need to take the time to do it. But if we fill up every minute of the day with meetings, deadlines, emails and projects, when will we have time to think about the impact of our choices? .

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Say a hard no to ethics and values violations. For example, “Yes, it sounds like this project would benefit our marketing strategy. I can certainly prioritize this new marketing project if we can shift the product deadline. Say a Hard “No” to Values Clashes and Ethics Violations.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 5, 2025

This gets people thinking about who might be affected or if theres a part of the project we havent considered, the authors explain. It helps identify potential issues before they turn into ethical problems. Group ethics Traditionally, studies on ethics have focused on individuals.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 26, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I advise my clients on various aspects of leadership, and one topic that has been gaining increasing importance in today’s rapidly evolving business is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI).

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HR Digest

MARCH 21, 2025

But what is work ethic? And most importantly, its about understanding the meaning of work ethic and its practical examples to lead the way. What is work ethic? Work ethic can be defined as a belief in the moral value of work. A good work ethic is about taking pride in what you do, regardless of your job title.

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LDRLB

JULY 11, 2011

We’re targeted our first project, which first involves the validation of a new inventory to be used for research purposes. The inventory being developed seeks to measure a specific characteristic of work climate, mainly the ethics-related elements of the work climate.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 11, 2014

The trust in you may run deep, but if the team has started to question the ethics or the future of the organization, they may be distracted and lose steam. Perhaps they’ve worked on a big project, only to see a change in direction make their work obsolete. They Stop Believing in the Organization.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 4, 2014

Having a clearly established values, ethics and boundaries will help you feel more in control of decisions and makes it easier to let go of minor frustrations. Encourage special projects, volunteer for new assignments. Free up your energy for something more productive. It’s liberating to know who you are and to live by that code.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 20, 2014

Martin discusses the complexity of leading organizational change and the soft skills needed to lead successful change projects. Linda Fisher Thornton of Leading in Context shares Ethics Isn’t Finite: It’s Evolving. As we strive to build ethical organizations, we must remember that our target is moving.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Ask Baby Boomers to be Mentors : With their extensive experience and strong work ethic, Baby Boomers are well-suited to mentor younger generations. Encourage Collaborative Projects : Assigning projects that require input from multiple generations ensures diverse viewpoints are considered and respected.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 26, 2015

Our June Festival is all about new beginnings, fresh starts, and project launches. Wally Bock of Three-Star Leadership says that when you’re starting a new project, it’s tempting to think you can plan the error out of it. ” This post will show you how to stop leaving projects half-finished. Think again.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 19, 2024

A colleague wants you on a new project, but you’re swamped. Establish Healthy Boundaries: Learn the Power of ‘No’ in Your Workplace 00:01 – Welcome and Introduction Today, we’re diving into how you can say ‘no’ in the office without losing your cool or compromising your projects.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The engineering dean is uniquely positioned to orchestrate meaningful changes, ensuring that graduates emerge equipped with the skills, mindset, and ethical frameworks required to address todays grand challenges. Such initiatives strengthen students technical acumen and leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Millennials and Generation Z crave purpose as well as ethical behaviors from their bosses. A Gallup study of the American workforce found that 42 percent of Millennials would switch to a job that allows them to work independently on a project of their choosing, and 63 percent to a job that allows them flexible hours.

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Leading Blog

MAY 23, 2013

Together Zeitz and Grün discuss important topics like success, culture, values, acting ethically, the environment, commerce, sustainability, strengths and weaknesses and awareness. I realize that I must protect myself against such projections, for they are not good for me. They idealize me.

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Tony Mayo

AUGUST 24, 2013

While a consultant at Arthur Andersen & Co in New York City I was assigned to a high-pressure project for a Wall Street firm. We were proud to work at Arthur Andersen because this was way-back-when, before Enron, before helping investment banks was cause for abject ethical concern, and before the building we worked in […].

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 19, 2013

In order to do that, look for “resume building” projects or challenges. Always look for projects where you can stretch and learn, bosses that you can learn from, opportunities to get feedback, and have a healthy appetite for new knowledge and best practices. Every year, strive to add at least one bullet to your resume.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Miller has been living a life of character-based leadership.She’s crafted a career abundant with leadership stories: manager for three different Fortune 500 companies, project team leader, mentor and board member.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Initially, these executives tended to come from technical backgrounds, overseeing projects focused on e-commerce platforms, social media engagement, and data integration. Over time, the responsibilities expanded as companies realized the transformative potential of digital approaches.

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Chartered Management Institute

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Article: The power of promises Written by Dr Rodney Toh Tuesday 26 November 2024 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email How the ethics of keeping promises build trust and fuel business success The simple act of keeping promises has never been more important in the corporate world than today.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Unsportsmanlike conduct: An ethical violation. Delay of game: Slow decision making that slows down critical projects and causes employees to miss deadlines or have to rush at the last minute. False Start: Confusing, contradictory , or a lack of direction that results in projects starting and stopping.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 4, 2022

High Exposure people focus on projects, activities, and areas that have a high potential for visibility and exposure to the people that matter. Low Ethics people are focused on one goal — themselves. But true low ethics people will do anything to move up (and to sometimes make others look bad). Is this good for the company?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Our responsibility is to respect the ethic. Furthermore, the enduring anchor of an organization is found in its values and ethics, not its mission. While values and ethics remain consistent, delivery models must change with time to in order to endure. The use of a project vision is what many projects are missing.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Does your work ethic match the organization’s culture? Examples: I’m noticing that you’ve asked for an update on that project five times in the last two hours. Do you have a concern about how I’m leading those meetings or our project status? The first place to look is your performance. Is it quality?

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Most coaches are highly qualified and ethical professionals that can help an executive or aspiring executive reach their fullest potential. Here are 23 telltale signs, mostly based on the International Coach Federation Code of Ethics : 1. You find out you’ve been a part of a research project or case study and didn’t give your consent.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 25, 2012

When we look at companies that have faced scandals such as recalls, ethical violations, or crimes, the problem often comes down to employees whose surprisingly positive behavior was distorted by a toxic culture and clueless leaders. Boeing is known for its highly competitive employees and work culture. That's a good thing, right?

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Great Results Team Building

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

You are someone who always takes initiative, and its clear that being proactive is part of your work ethic ( affirmation ). Four Reminders to Make Affirmations Stick Use present tense: You are a dedicated team player (instead of You were helpful on this project ).

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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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Lead Change Blog

MAY 31, 2019

People still keep score, only now it’s about who received the new project, promotion, or corner office. People should be treated equitably and ethically, given their individual needs and circumstances, and the differences between people should be recognized and valued, not diminished.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 8, 2013

The foundation is projected to touch the lives of 50,000 children by 2014. When Chuck Schwab started The Charles Schwab Corporation, his vision was to provide “the most useful and ethical financial services in the world.” To be memorable, a phrase that reflects your vision must be brief and aspirational. Reinforce it Often.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 7, 2011

For some interesting thoughts on psychopaths in the C-suite, see this post by Larry Kahaner of the McGowan Fund and the link in his post to an article entitled “The Corporate Psychopaths Theory of the Global Financial Crisis” that appeared in the Journal of Business Ethics.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 18, 2012

This simply cannot happen without authenticity, trust, internal validation, intuition and even some vulnerability through reflecting honestly on past projects and identifying where any disconnection occurred. It requires a new way of thinking and being. Here's how to continue the evolution of your leadership style to become more connected: 1.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

MAY 12, 2014

A leader notices and fills the spaces around them in: Leadership: Where does your project, organization, or company have a void in leadership? Ethics: What common sense ethics are being ignored? It’s now one of my favorite questions to ask myself and to ask my clients when a decision isn’t clear to them.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

Some teams painted walls or performed other much maintenance-type projects while others just spent time with children or adults who longed to connect. I’m encouraged to see that more companies are doing these types of service projects. By doing this, ITA Group employees were serving a cause greater than self.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 1, 2012

Part Three: Tanmay Vora , from his QAspire Blog presents Leading Projects: Balancing Rational with Emotion. When leading projects and building an organization, leaders have to balance rational with emotion, processes with empathy and practices with people.". Jim Taggart , from Changing Winds, presents The 6 Inner Leadership Selves.

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