character / ethics building connections: community leadership program
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Character / Ethics
Building Connections:Community Leadership Program
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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.
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What is Character?
• The inherent complex of attributes that determine a person’s moral and ethical actions and reactions
WRITE IT DOWN!!!
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What are Characteristics of Character?
WRITE IT DOWN!!!
Honest
Competent
Inspiring
Courageous
Tactful
Fair
Loyal
Confident
Unselfish
Responsible
Citizenship
Caring
Respectful
Trustworthy
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Why is Character Important?
• Warren Bennis says, “. . . 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.
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Who Cares About Character?
• The Age of Accountability
• The Importance of Family Values
PEOPLE ARE ALWAYS WATCHING!!!
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Six Pillars of Character
• Trustworthiness
• Respect
• Responsibility
• Fairness
• Caring
• Citizenship
Josephson Institute of Ethics
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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
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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 or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and
disagreements
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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
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Fairness
• Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly
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Caring
• Be kind • Be compassionate and show
you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
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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
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The Four-Way Test
1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build good will?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
CAN YOU ANSWER YES?
Then, it is probably ethical.
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Conclusion
• In the end, all you have is who you are.
• As a leader, you must set the right example.
• People will follow your lead. Make sure you are doing the right thing.