Short Paper: Moral Leadership vs. Ethically Responsible Behavior
Leadership Styles, Character, Behavior, and Traits.
Instructions
The dilemma of moral leadership vs. ethically responsible behavior raises many questions: Should self-interest come before the interests of others or the greatest good? Can a moral leader be a successful leader? Can leaders ethically manage their “power”? Select two current companies: one that exemplifies moral leadership and the other ethically responsible behavior. Review the cases with the goal to outline the difference between moral leadership vs. ethically responsible behavior.
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