The Sincerity Edge: How Ethical Leaders Build Dynamic Businesses

Countess of Frederiksborg Alexandra Christina,Timothy L. Fort

ISBN 10: 0804797455 / ISBN 13: 9780804797450

Published by Stanford University Press 2017-09-05, 2017

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Sincerity Edge: How Ethical Leaders Build Dynamic Businesses
• Publisher: Stanford University Press 2017-09-05
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0804797455
• ISBN 13: 9780804797450
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Recognizing their role as "corporate citizens," companies are seeking guidance on how to be true to their missions, principled in practice, and well regarded for their contributions to society. As this book reveals, the key lies in sincerity—the sum of values like authenticity, integrity, and trust. Countess Alexandra Christina, a European corporate director, and Timothy L. Fort, a leading American scholar, delineate a clear and actionable model for bringing sincerity to the business context. Their vision for sincerity complies with law, aligns corporate social and financial performance, and values corporate ethics in its own right, rather than as a means to an end. Underpinning this model is a synthesis of the top research in the field and a suite of new interviews with current and former CEOs. Tracing inspirational tales and scandals alike, this book shows how leaders can head up companies that more reliably make good decisions and conduct themselves in a trustworthy manner. It then concludes with twelve concrete actions that businesses can take to cultivate "the sincerity edge."

About the Author

Alexandra Christina, Countess of Frederiksborg is a board member of Ferring Pharmaceuticals International in Switzerland and Patron of Danish Parkinson Disease Association and the Danish Association of the Blind. Timothy L. Fort is the Eveleigh Professor of Business Ethics and Professor of Business Law and Ethics in the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He is a 2024 Noble Peace Prize Nominee.