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Character / Ethics
Building Connections:
Community Leadership Program
Improving Lives. Improving Texas.
• Character is like a tree and
reputation like its shadow. The
shadow is what we think of it; the
tree is the real thing.
Abraham Lincoln
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Write down one example of
a leader’s unethical
behavior you have
observed.
What is Character?
WRITE IT DOWN!!!
• The inherent complex of
attributes that determine a
persons moral and ethical
actions and reactions.
What are Characteristics of
Character?
WRITE IT DOWN!!!
Respect
Honesty
Inspiring
Caring
Fairness
Responsibility
Confident
Integrity
Courageous
Unselfish
Tact
Citizenship
Competent
Trustworthiness
Why is Character Important?
• Warren Bennis says, “that after
vision and passion, INTEGRITY
(character) is the most basic
fundamental competency to be a
leader.”
• He further points out that Integrity
is the basis of TRUST.
Who Cares About Character?
• The Age of Accountability
• The Importance of Family
Values
PEOPLE ARE ALWAYS WATCHING!!!
Six Pillars of Character
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Trustworthiness
Respect
Responsibility
Fairness
Caring
Citizenship
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
Trustworthiness
• Be honest
• Be reliable — do what you say
you’ll do
• Have the courage to do the right
thing
• Build a good reputation
• Be loyal
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
Respect
• Treat others with respect; follow the
Golden Rule
• Be tolerant of differences
• Use good manners, not bad language
• Be considerate of the feelings of others
• Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone
• Deal peacefully with anger, insults and
disagreements
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
Responsibility
• Do what you are supposed to do
• Always do your best
• Use self-control
• Be self-disciplined
• Think before you act
• Be accountable for your choices
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
Caring
• Be kind
• Be compassionate and show you
care
• Express gratitude
• Forgive others
• Help people in need
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
Citizenship
• Do your share to make your
community better
• Cooperate
• Get involved in community affairs
• Stay informed
• Be a good neighbor
• Obey laws and rules
• Respect authority
Reference: Josephson Institute of Ethics (1996).
Michael S. Josephson.
The Four Way Test
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Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build good will?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
CAN YOU ANSWER YES?
Then, it is probably ethical.
Lussier, R. N. and Achua, C. F. (2001).
Conclusion
• In the end, all you have is who you
are.
• Remember as a leader, you have
to set the right example.
• People will follow your lead. Make
sure you are doing the “Right
Thing.”