Which traits should a leader possess so that he or she can be perceived as being ethical?

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One study of the nature of ethical leadership emphasized the importance of being perceived as a people-oriented leader, as well as the importance of leaders engaging in visible ethical action. Traits that were also important included receptivity, listening, and openness, in addition to the more traditionally considered traits of integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness. Finally, being perceived as having a broad ethical awareness, showing concern for multiple stakeholders, and using ethical decision processes are also important. Those perceived as ethical leaders do many of the things "traditional leaders" do (e.g., reinforce the conduct they are looking for, create standards for behavior, and so on), but they do that within the context of an ethics agenda. People perceive that the ethical leader's goal is not simply job performance, but performance that is consistent with a set of ethical values and principles. Finally, ethical leaders demonstrate caring for people (employees and external stakeholders) in the process.

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