Introduction by James (Jamie) Fischer At Ethical Leaders in Action, we have been focused a lot these days on Moral Courage, one of the Elements of Moral Action. If you saw Chad’s recent video post, https://ethinact.com/video-the-elements-of-moral-action-part-1/, you know that we observe three elements which lead to Moral Action: Moral Motivation, Moral Clarity, and Moral Courage. […]
Professional Development Program: The Elements of Moral Action
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinProfessional Development Program The Elements of Moral Action We live in a world where it can be extremely difficult to get a bearing with your moral compass. What is the right thing to do? Why should we do it? How do we push through the tension or uncertainty surrounding difficult situations? How can we […]
Courage in the Moment
/in Ethical Leadership/by James (Jamie) FischerIntroduction by James (Jamie) Fischer At Ethical Leaders in Action, we have been focused a lot these days on Moral Courage, one of the Elements of Moral Action. If you saw Chad’s recent video post, https://ethinact.com/video-the-elements-of-moral-action-part-1/, you know that we observe three elements which lead to Moral Action: Moral Motivation, Moral Clarity, and Moral Courage. […]
Command and Control
/in Ethical Leadership/by James (Jamie) FischerSee a list of other posts in this series at Blog Post Series Command and Control It sounds intimidating, doesn’t it? Command conjures up images of the great general on horseback or the company president barking orders as their eager assistants take notes. Control gives the impression of the puppet master pulling strings, or maybe life […]
Leaders Listen
/in Ethical Leadership/by Fran Lyon-Dugin“True” listening can occur only when we are open to the difference and the uniqueness of the other without judgment, blame, or critique. In being and doing so, we are listening ethically. (Harlene Anderson, Taos Institute) Here are just a few of the examples of challenges your employees are facing, and have been facing, for […]
The Elements of Moral Action: Video
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinIn this video Chad Weinstein lays out the Elements of Moral Action: moral motivation, moral clarity, and moral courage.
How to Stop a Tyrant
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinSee a list of other posts in this series at Blog Post Series How to Stop a Tyrant We have all experienced tyrants in our personal and professional lives and tyrannical leaders throughout history are well known and documented. In this article we’ll examine what aspects of a person and their interactions with others define […]
Chad Weinstein Radio Interview: Moral Courage Law Enforcement Training
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinAn interview with Chad Weinstein about ELA’s Moral Courage training for law enforcement agencies. https://wccoradio.radio.com/media/audio-channel/chad-weinstein-on-moral-courage-training
Law Enforcement Moral Courage Training
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinEthical Leaders in Action has developed a program to help law enforcement agencies and their officers reinforce their understanding of, and ability to exhibit, moral courage. This program was recently written up in the Pioneer Press and Star Tribune newspapers in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. We are very proud of both our work with […]
Learning over Corned Beef: My Great-Uncle’s Professional Wisdom
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” The theme continues to present itself in my conversations with leaders: how to share complex information and challenging perspectives candidly and constructively. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations with your teammates. – […]
Lessons Learned
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” The theme continues to present itself in my conversations with leaders: how to share complex information and challenging perspectives candidly and constructively. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations with your teammates. – […]