Jeffrey Gandz, Mary Crossan, Gerard Seijts, and Mark Reno
We define character as an amalgam of traits, values and virtues. Traits, such as open-mindedness or extroversion, may be either inherited or acquired; they predispose people to behave in certain ways, if not overridden by other forces such as values, or situational variables such as organizational culture and rewards. Values, such as loyalty and honesty, are deep-seated beliefs that people hold about what is morally … [ Read more ]
Content: Quotation | Authors: Gerard H. Seijts, Jeffrey Gandz, Mark Reno, Mary Crossan | Source: Ivey Business Journal | Subjects: Character, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, Personal Development, Personality / Behavior
Leadership Character and Corporate Governance
When it comes to selecting and assessing CEOs, other C-suite level executives or board members, the most important criteria for boards to consider are competencies, commitment and character. This article focuses on the most difficult of these criteria to assess – leadership character – and suggests the eleven key dimensions of character that directors should consider in their governance roles.
Content: Article | Authors: Gerard H. Seijts, Jeffrey Gandz, Mark Reno, Mary Crossan | Source: Ivey Business Journal | Subjects: Corporate Governance, Human Resources, Leadership, Organizational Behavior