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In an earlier time, we would have understood more clearly the role ethics plays in determining our effectiveness as leaders, infusing strength and trust into our relationships, and building confidence in our ability to plan for a better future. The word ethics derives from the classical Greek terms ethos and ta ethika. To the ancient Greeks, ethos meant personal character, and ta ethika signified investigation into the virtuous life—the right way to live. Unfortunately, in more recent times, we have come to think of ethics in terms of rules, oversight and compliance with established standards. But ethics is ultimately about relationships.

As we build more effective communication within our organizations, with our customers and throughout our communities, we will gain insight into our reason for being. We will better understand what our customers and clients expect from us. We will see more clearly what is possible. We will abandon outmoded policies focused on control and replace them with plans for building effective teams. We will contribute to the health of our society.

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