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More Pain Expected Despite Encouraging Developments

As 2021 progressed and more countries moved to open their economies, it became increasingly apparent that the dislocations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic would linger for much longer than initially expected. Despite growing demand, global economic activity was impeded by supply shortages and bottlenecks, logistical challenges at ports, inadequate labour, rapidly increasing shipping costs and rising energy prices, to name a few.

The Journey of Ethical Leadership Part 2 – Staying the Course

In our previous blog talk we looked at what defines ethical leadership and what resides at the core of an ethical leader. We looked at critical values such as fairness, transparency, integrity, and communication, just to name a few, and how integral they are in promoting healthy habits within our organisations.

Collaborative Leadership

In the past, high-level executives made decisions that trickled down to staff without providing any insight into how or why those decisions were made. Leaders operated in silos, focusing primarily on the duties directly related to their areas of responsibility.

The Journey of Ethical Leadership: Doing Our best to be Better Part 1

As leaders, we are tasked daily with making the right calls in successfully managing our businesses and guiding and inspiring our people. As human beings, we are also tasked daily with living authentic, purpose driven, and fulfilling lives.

Workaholism can be a real condition

The culture of excessive work is rife; in many cases, we are conditioned to view long hours and ongoing tiredness as indicators of success. The takeaway is that if you live and breathe work, the benefits will be thrilling and enormous.

More than just a financial partner with SMEs

In most economies, particularly in developing nations, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are referred to as engines of growth. This is also true for the Caribbean region, as SMEs encourage innovation, create employment, as well as significantly contribute to economic growth and development.

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