This infographic was first shared on Top 100 Thought Leader Linda Fisher Thornton's Blog at LeadinginContext.com/Blog. It has become a reader favorite. Intensively positive and hopeful, this visual describes the positive trends in ethical leadership.

1. 16 Trends Shaping the Future of Ethical Leadership
From
To
1
Negative Focus
Positive Focus
2
Obligation
Opportunity
3
Reactivity
Proactivity
4
Charisma-Based Power
Values-Based Power
5
Focus on Penalties
Focus on Possibilities
6
Compliance With Laws
Honoring Human Rights
7
Making as Much Money as We Can
Leaving Things Better Than We Found
Them
8
“Responsibility Beyond Ourselves” Defined
Narrowly
“Responsibility Beyond Ourselves”
Defined Broadly
9
Self-Centered
Self-Actualized
10
Oversimplified Decision-Making
Facing Complexity & Grey Areas
11
Honoring Self-Interest
Honoring Interests of Self, Others &
Society
12
Meeting Minimum Standards
Seeking Optimal Levels
13
Shifting Blame
Taking Responsibility
14
Rhetoric About Inclusion
Respect For Others and Differences
15
Seeking Only Higher Profits
Seeking to Improve Lives &
Communities
16
Feeling Powerless to Change Things
Powerful Responsibility Movement
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