Elevate with Robert Glazer Weekend Conversations: Do The Ends Justify The Means In Leadership?
Dec 21, 2024
Delve into the moral complexities of leadership as the hosts debate whether the ends truly justify the means. They tackle the balance between achieving results and maintaining employee welfare, highlighting the ethical dilemmas leaders face. Discover insights on navigating remote work challenges while ensuring accountability. The conversation also explores the impact of trust in leadership and the real-world effects of decision-making, emphasizing the need for intentional actions in achieving positive outcomes.
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Balancing Means and Ends
- Robert Glazer revisits the phrase "the ends justify the means."
- He now sees the other side, where good intentions without results are problematic.
Extreme Examples of the Ends-Means Balance
- One leader prioritizes a revenue goal, leading to overwork and high turnover.
- Another prioritizes employee well-being, but the company faces financial losses.
Unintended Consequences of Well-Intentioned Policies
- Well-intentioned worker protection laws have unintended negative consequences.
- Increased HR compliance burdens restrict flexibility and harm smaller businesses.
