A Frequently Asked Leadership Question from Lee Ellis

A Frequently Asked Leadership Question from Lee Ellis ��� ���When the pressure is on, I���m tempted to lie or withhold information to make me look better. How can I combat this integrity issue?���

Answer ��� ���After leading and managing people for more than 40 years, I can assure you that lying or misrepresenting the facts is always right beneath the surface. Usually it���s fear or pride that makes it raise its ugly head. Regardless of the daily opportunities to misrepresent the truth or lie, we must all remain vigilant and choose the truth to get the best results for us, our teams and our society. Here are three things you can do to keep truth and integrity intact ���

Set the example by telling the truth even when it���s hard.
Talk to others about why the truth is so critical to trust and organizational effectiveness.
Bring out the truth to expose those who are telling lies.���

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