Ethical leadership in Practice
In the modern society, becoming a good leader is instrumental as opposed to just being a leader. It is in this regard that the two authors of the videos introduced the concepts of ethical leadership, features of a good leader and best practice. In both videos, a leader being accountable to their subordinates and followers must offer the essential guidance amidst of the change demands to leverage on significant growth. As explained in the video, the leaders are part of their organisation success and hence need to be part of every step taken. This is particularly by creating a harmonious relationship with all stakeholders in their organisation.
Considering the first video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtT-bRLiOvc) the argument presented is that a leader is not above their subordinates and followers but
complementing them. To achieve this, case examples are provided by the author of the video which shows leaders who worked collaboratively with their followers and subordinates and achieved optimum success. This is by abhorring actions that demonstrate them as being selfish or self-centred. This is by working hard to meet their followers needs and holistically meeting their expectations. Nevertheless, for any action/decision made by a leader, they ought to be accountable to the outcomes of such actions. To ensure such actions are not negative, they need to offer consistent support to their followers and subordinates. This is by ensuring they are capitalising on their potential with the most appropriate output generated from their operations. In the second video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojkOs8Gatsg&ab_channel=JackWelchManagementInstitute) produced in Jack Welch Management, the core message presented is the role of a leader in guiding their organisation to navigate change. The author highlights that a leader should be the vision carrier and as such be ready to guide their followers and subordinates in implementing the organisation practices. Hence, they ought…
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