Why Ethics Must Be A Strategic Leadership Decision For Your Business
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Ilene Power, the head of Ethics in Action under the Unashamedly Ethical banner, talks to John Watson about working with courageous leaders to align values with behaviour, and turning ethics into a strategic advantage that builds trust, reduces risk, and drives purpose-aligned performance.
They discuss the importance of ethics in leadership and organizational culture where Ilene emphasizes that ethics should not be viewed merely as compliance but as a strategic advantage that fosters trust and accountability.
Ilene outlines how organizations can proactively manage ethics, create a culture of integrity, and navigate the evolving landscape of ethics education. She also addresses the challenges posed by AI in business ethics and the necessity for clear policies. The discussion then highlights the personal commitment required from leaders to instill ethical practices within their organizations.
Connect with Ilene Power here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilene-power/
Ilene Power, the head of Ethics in Action under the Unashamedly Ethical banner, talks to John Watson about working with courageous leaders to align values with behaviour, and turning ethics into a strategic advantage that builds trust, reduces risk, and drives purpose-aligned performance.
They discuss the importance of ethics in leadership and organizational culture where Ilene emphasizes that ethics should not be viewed merely as compliance but as a strategic advantage that fosters trust and accountability.
Ilene outlines how organizations can proactively manage ethics, create a culture of integrity, and navigate the evolving landscape of ethics education. She also addresses the challenges posed by AI in business ethics and the necessity for clear policies. The discussion then highlights the personal commitment required from leaders to instill ethical practices within their organizations.
Connect with Ilene Power here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilene-power/
Chapters
- 00:00 Preview and Introduction
- 01:17 What Does Strategic Ethics Look Like
- 02:47 The Role of Leadership in Ethical Culture
- 08:05 Proactive vs. Reactive Ethics Management
- 10:56 The Evolution of Ethics Education
- 14:21 Changing the Narrative on Ethics in South Africa
- 19:30 Assessing Ethical Risks in Organizations
- 20:30 Creating A Speak-Up Culture
- 23:01 Winnings At All Costs vs Ethics
- 26:05 The Ethics Health Check
- 29:19 Trigger Events Start Ethical Conversations
- 31:02 Where Does AI Fit In Business Ethics?
- 34:10 Implementing an Ethical Framework In Your Business
- 37:27 Personal Reflections on Ethical Leadership
- 42:36 Holding Yourself Accountability First
