Integrity in Leadership & Politics

 

INTEGRITY IN LEADERSHIP & POLITICS

 

Integrity what is it?

It is defined as firm adherence to strong moral and ethical principles sustained by honesty, consistency, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Consistent regardless of the circumstances or who is present. Honesty – being truthful and incorruptible. Accountable – taking ownership of your choices and accepting the consequences of one’s action.

Leadership:

The process of social influence in which a person enlist the support of others to accomplish a common, shared goal. It relies on inspiring and empowering others to provide clear direction, and fostering collaboration to achieve outcomes that cannot be reached working alone.

-          Gives direction

-          Organizes resources and coordinating team members so that individual efforts support the collective objective.

-          Motivates the team to remain dedicated, overcome challenges and take ownership of vision.

 

Leadership styles may vary but effective leaders will share core trait and competences. Leaders must be strategic in thinking to anticipate future needs, making said decision and solving problems.

 

Types of Leaders:

v Transformational – Focusing on innovational changes.

v Servant – Concerned with the growth of others

v Democratic – Participations

v Autocratic – With little input from others

v Leissez Fairs – Provides mutual direction

 

Politics:

The settling affair in an organized society, usually concerned with resolving issues within a society via a government. Politicians are those who engage in politics.

 

Now when in social or spiritual life, the key or point of emphasis is “Integrity”. This covers all areas of our lives. Biblically, it is “Complete”, “Without blemish”, “Sincerity”. Prov 11:3; Job 27:5; Dan 1:8; (Jesus – our example of perfect integrity). Prov 28:6; 1 Pt 3:16; Prov 12:22, 21:3; 2 Cor 8:21