Profiles In Leadership - Taking The Right Steps

By integrating these elements, leaders can make decisions that are not only effective in the short term but also sustainable and aligned with the organization’s ethical and strategic priorities. Thoughtful decision-making fosters trust, drives progress, and ensures that leadership actions contribute to long term success. Reference: Scholl, J. A., Mederer, H. J., & Scholl, R. W. (2023). Leadership, ethics, and decision-making. In Global encyclopedia of public administration, public policy, and governance (pp. 7495-7504). Cham: Springer International Publishing. As a leader, every decision you make carries the weight of responsibility—not just for the outcome but also for the process. Taking responsibility means: • Owning the consequences of your choices , whether positive or negative. • Learning from mistakes and adjusting your course when needed. • Protecting the integrity of the decision-making process by avoiding shortcuts and ensuring transparency. This responsibility can feel heavy, but it is also an opportunity to demonstrate courage, integrity, and accountability. Executive Leadership Coach Ann Taylor The Weight of Responsibility

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