Honesty

We—all of us—don’t want to be lied to. We don’t want to be deceived. We do want to be told the truth. We want leaders who tell the truth. We do want a leader who knows, right from wrong. Yes, we want our team to win, but we don’t want to be led—or misled—gaslighted—by someone who cheats and distorts the truth in the process of attaining victory. We want our leaders to be honest, because their honesty is a reflection upon our own honesty.

Be Honest.

Tell the Truth.

Let people know where you stand.

Use simple language.

Call things what they are.

Demonstrate integrity.

Don’t manipulate people.

Don’t distort facts.

Don’t spin the truth.

Don’t leave false impressions.

Bottom Line: Tell The Truth, Leave The Right Impression, And Be Honest!

from Character of an exemplary leader.