Ethical Leadership

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to ethical leadership and the distinctions between morals, ethics, and virtues.

Ethics

Principles or frameworks used to judge whether actions are right or wrong.

Morals

Personal beliefs about what is right and wrong, often shaped by culture, religion, and upbringing.

Virtues

Positive character traits or habits that lead one to live an honorable life.

Ethical Leadership

A process involving personal moral behavior and moral influence.

Toxic Leadership

Leaders who engage in destructive behaviors and exhibit dysfunctional personal characteristics.

Ethical Transparency

Disclosing conflicts of interest to uphold ethical standards.

Leader Effectiveness

The ability of ethical leaders to promote satisfaction and engagement among followers.

Power

The foundation for influence attempts, which can be abused if held without accountability.

Privileged Leadership

The excess rewards and privileges granted to leaders compared to regular workers.

Mismanaged Information

Withholding or misusing information that can harm followers' interests.

Irresponsibility in Leadership

Failure to prevent wrongdoing or misdeeds within an organization.

Shadow Casters

Behaviors and practices of leaders that create a negative or unethical organizational climate.