I am not a liar! Irrespective of all the rights and wrongs of the situation, I don't think a manager should behave like that.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jol declares he is not a liar and believes a manager should not behave that way, regardless of rights and wrongs.
- In plain terms
- He says managers shouldn't act dishonestly.
- What can you take from it?
- Integrity is essential for leadership.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines dishonest behavior for a manager?
- How does integrity affect team performance?
Another view
The statement is vague about the specific behavior.
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