Leader or Liar?

Guest post by: A. Drayton Boylston
Become an Author

Free PDF Download
Decisions, Decisions - By A. Drayton Boylston

Do you think leaders are liars?

A recent PBS show investigated the question - "Are leaders good liars?" According to psychologist Carrie Keating's experiments in human behavior - "the findings seem to demonstrate a correlation between persuasive abilities and dominant behavior." From the corporate world, to the curious gene pool that makes good politicians, the case can be made, according to Ms. Keating, for why leaders are good liars.

It was with disgust that I read these words. Yes, I'm an idealist, but to see the words in black and white struck me hard. I can intellectualize the charisma factor, and sheer force of some personalities, but to bring the "l" word into the leadership realm was disheartening.

That being said- I say it's a bunch of hooey! Yes, I concede the point that some people in lofty positions may be adept at bending the truth, but in my book they are not leaders! To me, a true leader serves others before themselves- in a truthful fashion. Would most of these so called "leaders" in the headlines today pass that test?

I've always believed that corporate leaders gain profits via their people and that the companies with a "soul" outperform all others. I say that we reserve the word "leader" for those who run ethical businesses.

True leaders don't lie and liars should never be put in a position to lead. We should hold people in leadership positions to the highest standards.

Shouldn't telling the truth be a core value for all of us, not just leaders?

Body Language of Lying

How To Create A Reputation for Honesty as a Leader-Part 1

Honesty Speaks Loudly in Many Languages

Won't get fooled again

How to Face Rejection

Act Like A Servant, Think Like A Leader

Wearing Your Heart On Your Vest - Manners and Etiquette

LEADERSHIP: AUTOGRAPH YOUR WORK WITH EXCELLENCE

INVENTORIES CAN BE MANAGE BUT PEOPLE SHOULD BE LEAD.

The Qualities that Hire Leaders

How Do You Know When Are You A Leader?

LEADERS AUTOGRAPH WORK WITH EXCELLENCE.

How To Become A Leader.

What does a good leader need or look like

How To Be A Fearless Leader

Maturity in the attitude of the business leader

Smashing Pedestals

Being a Business Leader

10 Leadership Tips for Lawyers

Leadership-Its in Everyone of Us!

Home > Business-Coach > A. Drayton Boylston > Leader or Liar > Google +

Free PDF Download
Decisions, Decisions - By A. Drayton Boylston

About the Author: A. Drayton Boylston

RSS for A. Drayton's articles - Visit A. Drayton's website
A. Drayton Boylston is the Founder and CEO of the Rescue Institute- one of the leading Executive Coach training and Personal Development firms in the world. Drayton is a proven leader, having risen to the highest levels in corporate America as well as in civic organizations. Drayton has proven himself as a company President, as an entrepreneur-running a high profile startup, and also served as a Vice President of a Fortune 100 firm- all before the age of 40. He is consultant who has “been there” and therefore understands the challenges facing leaders today. He is widely considered to be one of the leading Executive and Business Coaches in the country. He turns theory into successful action. He is also one of the top leaders in the Executive Coaching world. He has trained Coaches in 29 countries in his proprietary MasterMind Coaching Process. He is an author, speaker, trainer, and gifted facilitator. He can be reached at Drayton@RescueInstitute.org or 1.800.251.1696.
Click here to visit A. Drayton's website.

More from A. Drayton Boylston
Will Someone Please Disagree
Crisis Reveals Human Potential
Lonely at the Top
Leader or Liar
Get Your Priorities Straight

Share this article. Fund someone's dream.

Share this post and you'll help support entrepreneurs in Africa through our partnership with Kiva. Over $50,000 raised and counting - Please keep sharing! Learn more.

Leader or Liar?

Related Articles

Related Forum Posts

Share this article. Fund someone's dream.


Name:
Email: