Ethical Leadership
Platform: Diagnostic Hub
Category: Leadership & Management
Implementation Level: Organisation
Definition
The demonstration of normatively appropriate conduct through personal actions and interpersonal relationships, and the promotion of such conduct to followers through two-way communication, reinforcement, and decision-making, characterised by morality, role clarification, and power sharing.
Factors
Morality and Fairness
Leader's emphasis on ethical standards, integrity, and fair treatment in decisions and interactions.
Role Clarification Leadership
Leader's ability to clearly define responsibilities, expectations, and priorities for followers.
Power Sharing
leader's ability to empower staff through involvement and delegation, fostering ownership.