ethical questions – Leading in Context

Talking About Ethics (Part 4)

Posted by Linda Fisher Thorntonon November 13, 2024November 11, 2024in Ethical Leader, Ethical Leadership Development, Ethical Organization, Ethics Questions, Talking About EthicsLeave a comment

By Linda Fisher Thornton Talking about ethical values engages people, helps them find meaning and improves the organization’s metrics. This week I want to explore what the conversation should include. You may be surprised to learn that it’s not all about what WE COMMUNICATE about values – it’s their questions that will help us bring values to life.

Ethics is Acting Beyond Self-Interest

Posted by Linda Fisher Thorntonon October 28, 2020October 27, 2020in Complexity, Context, Ethical Decision Making, Ethical Leader, Ethical Leadership Development, Ethical Organization, Ethical Thinking, Ethics & Talent Management, Ethics Questions, QuotesLeave a comment

By Linda Fisher Thornton Ethics is fundamentally about acting beyond our own self-interests. Can we be ethical without considering others and acting in ways that benefit them?

Ethical Thinking: 5 Questions to Ask in the New Year

Posted by Linda Fisher Thorntonon December 12, 2018November 20, 2018in Ethical Leader, Ethical Organization, Ethical ThinkingLeave a comment

By Linda Fisher Thornton

Each year I raise questions that help leaders stay current as ethical expectations change. Here are 5 new questions to tackle as we head into a New Year.