Everyone has the entitlement to privacy whether he/she is a public figure or a business leader. However, public life demands that individuals at the helm of leadership conceptualize certain things that guide their behaviour both in public and private situations. Becoming a corporate leader demands observing public service ethics, this in turn demands that individuals give public interest priority to shape their behaviours whether they are executing private or public life. It is not always conceivable that the ethical behaviour of leaders in their personal lives automatically reflect their ethical behaviour as business leaders. It is this conviction that makes it meaningful for individuals to have separate private and public lives. Usually, the image individuals volunteer to represent them in public might be hard to extend to private lives. Too often, the desire to improve business leadership has made it tempting to spy on individuals’ private lives to validate one’s authenticity to ethical leadership. This in essence stipulates that leaders should not take leave of personal ethics that makes them who they are even in private. Within the leadership principles, keeping to high ideals cherished in business leadership is the best way to carry one’s self whether in private or public space.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Ethical Behavior
- Principles of Ethical Leadership
- Bill Gates' Case
- Steve Jobs' Case
- Ethical Leadership in the Public Sector
- Conclusion
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text aims to explore the concept of ethical leadership in organizations, examining how personal and professional ethics intersect and how leaders can navigate these complexities. It focuses on the importance of aligning public and private behavior, emphasizing the need for ethical leaders to maintain high ideals and strive for positive reinforcement.
- The relationship between public and private ethics in leadership
- The influence of leadership styles on ethical behavior
- Principles of ethical leadership and their application
- The role of positive reinforcement in shaping ethical conduct
- The challenges and demands of ethical leadership in the public sector
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Abstract: This section highlights the importance of ethical behavior for leaders, both in public and private life. It argues that while personal ethics may not always translate directly to business leadership, leaders should strive to maintain high ideals across all aspects of their lives.
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the challenges of balancing the expectations of corporate leadership with personal values. It emphasizes the importance of ethical behavior in promoting organizational efficiency and effectiveness, particularly in public service.
- Ethical Behavior: This chapter delves into how different leadership styles can influence ethical behavior. It explores transformational and transactional leadership and how these approaches can inspire individuals to modify their conduct. The chapter also discusses the role of cognitive skills and leadership theories in guiding ethical behavior.
- Principles of Ethical Leadership: This section discusses the importance of positive reinforcement in fostering ethical leadership. It highlights how positive stimuli can encourage desired behaviors and help leaders address weaknesses in their leadership style.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This text focuses on key concepts such as ethical leadership, public and private ethics, leadership styles, positive reinforcement, and the challenges of ethical leadership in the public sector. It explores the intersection of personal and professional ethics, highlighting the need for leaders to maintain high standards in both domains.
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- Patrick Kimuyu (Author), 2018, Ethical Leadership in Organizations, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/411953
