Leadership

• Ethical leadership


  Characterized by individuals who are self-aware, open, transparent, consistent, and care for others
• Self-aware


  • Understand their own values, strengths, and weaknesses, allowing them to lead authentically and with integrity
• Open


  • Approachable and willing to listen to others' perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment
• Transparent


  • Communicate honestly and clearly, ensuring that their actions are visible and understandable
• Consistent


  • Act in a steady and predictable manner, aligning their actions with their stated values and principles
• Caring for others


  • Prioritize the well-being and development of their team members, demonstrating empathy and support
• Ethical leadership


  Involves leading in a manner that respects the rights and dignity of others
• Characteristics of Ethical Leadership

  • Integrity
  • Fairness
  • Respect
  • Accountability
  • Empathy
  • Transparency
  • Role Modeling
  • Community Orientation
• Ethical codes of conduct

  Formalized rules and standards that describe what is expected of individuals within a profession
• Important functions of ethical codes of conduct

  • Guidance
  • Standardization
  • Public Trust
  • Accountability
  • Professionalism
• Common ethical challenges in leadership positions

  • Conflict of Interest
  • Resource Allocation
  • Pressure to Compromise Ethics
  • Whistleblowing
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Globalization
• Approaches to addressing ethical challenges

  • Ethical Training
  • Clear Policies
  • Ethical Culture
  • Advisory Boards
  • Open Communication
• Ethical leadership involves leading in a manner that respects the rights and dignity of others