This paper focuses on the key tenets of effective leadership. An individual succeeds as a leader when he or she adheres to an ethical framework that serves as the foundation for decision-making and problem-solving processes. The ethical framework consists of a system of core values and beliefs that guides the individual’s actions and encourages these actions to reflect inner beliefs. Following the discussion regarding the ethical considerations linked to effective leadership, the author moves on to explore transformational thinking as it relates to creative and innovative approaches to leadership. An emphasis on collaboration illustrates the importance of fostering work communities that promote human interaction and social connectedness
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In essence, true leaders engage in ethical practices that reflect transformational thinking, support effective change leadership, and embrace creativity and innovation.
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Bonhoeffer (1995) stated that mankind at its origin is with God because God is the origin. When man moves away from his origin, he is in essence moving away from God. Being committed to ethical leadership means that the manner in which I conduct myself at work must reflect the same Christian beliefs that guide my relationships and choices in my private life. Practically speaking, I cannot profess to follow Christ and then avoid demonstrating this in the way I deal with people and problems in the workplace. The pursuit of wholeness demands that that my profession of faith is reflected in a consistent approach to people and processes in all areas of my life. Ethical considerations must also be applied to my future role as a researcher. Adams & Lawrence (2014) stated that “conducting an ethical research is more than simply doing the right thing and avoiding doing wrong thing” (p. 2). As an ethical researcher, I must consider ethics at every stage of the research process. Adopting an ethics code and adhering to established ethical standards guides my research and decision-making processes and presents me with ethical standards to follow (Adams & Lawrence,
In essence, true leaders engage in ethical practices that reflect transformational thinking, support effective change leadership, and embrace creativity and innovation.
Ethical …show more content…
Bonhoeffer (1995) stated that mankind at its origin is with God because God is the origin. When man moves away from his origin, he is in essence moving away from God. Being committed to ethical leadership means that the manner in which I conduct myself at work must reflect the same Christian beliefs that guide my relationships and choices in my private life. Practically speaking, I cannot profess to follow Christ and then avoid demonstrating this in the way I deal with people and problems in the workplace. The pursuit of wholeness demands that that my profession of faith is reflected in a consistent approach to people and processes in all areas of my life. Ethical considerations must also be applied to my future role as a researcher. Adams & Lawrence (2014) stated that “conducting an ethical research is more than simply doing the right thing and avoiding doing wrong thing” (p. 2). As an ethical researcher, I must consider ethics at every stage of the research process. Adopting an ethics code and adhering to established ethical standards guides my research and decision-making processes and presents me with ethical standards to follow (Adams & Lawrence,