The second type of ethical problem is managers know what is right or wrong but may fail to do it. This is the ability to step back, observe the big picture, and then act on the desired future. It forces organizations to understand how fast external environments are changing. It is crucial for leaders to assess and understand these forces so that they may chart a new future for their organizations. When a leader understands the environmental and situational factors affecting him or her, is open to new ideas and innovation, and has strong communication skills, then that leader will be able to create and articulate a vision.
Leaders combine experience with a clear vision of company direction.
They have enthusiasm and commitment to their visions and share with others to achieve their goals. For example, Jack Welch is on his fourth major campaign at GE , Six Sigma. Preciously, the campaigns were Gotta be No. 1 or No. 2, then Speed, Simplicity, and Self-Confidence, and Boundarylessness. Value Great leaders are all good at getting relevant partners aligned with, buying into, believe in the direction they have set. Leadership is you somehow touch people in a way that makes them want to contribute the maximum.