Be the Boss Everyone Wants to Work for
Self-management
Identify what it takes to become an ethical leader
from Be the Boss Everyone Wants to Work for: A Guide for New Leaders by William A. Gentry
How to Apply This
- Study leaders who have displayed ethical failure
Research and find any leaders who have shown lapses in integrity and character. Ask yourself: What led them down that road? What decisions did they make that caused their ethical failure? What can I do to avoid the mistakes they made? - Study leaders who are known to be trustworthy
Identify a leader within your organization who has a reputation for being honest and trusted. Ask yourself: What are they doing to maintain such a good reputation? What can I do to enhance my reputation as an ethical leader? Then take action to follow in their footsteps. - Assess your character
Perform a self-evaluation and ask yourself: Are my actions consistent with my words? Do I stand up for my values and principles? Can I speak up about tough issues? You can also ask your colleagues and friends to give feedback on your character either through anonymous surveys or face-to-face conversations.
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