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4 separate business discussions-200 words each (800 words total)

1. Ethics are the foundation of successful leadership in business and the reputation of a business is impacted by its leaders' ethical practices.

Find two articles in the Ashford Library to share with the class; one on ethical leadership practices and the other on unethical leadership practices. Summarize and appropriately cite and reference your findings on the impact of the respective business' reputation on the public. Use APA guidelines when formatting. Minimum of 200 words.

2. Discuss a situation when a leader refused to change their leadership style or did not recognize a need for change in order to achieve desired results.

What were the reasons for the change? What were the results? Respond to at least two of your classmates' posts with constructive ideas, comments, or suggestions. Use APA guidelines when formatting. Minimum of 200 words.

3. Discuss an instance when you identified a weakness in the skill set in an employee (or in yourself ). Consider learning opportunities that may be freely available, if you had limited financial resources, where would you look for training to close the gap on these skill sets?

How would the success of the training be measured? Cite your sources appropriately to include the textbook. Use APA guidelines when formatting. Minimum of 200 words.

4. In the "Nurturing Leadership" video below, Dr. Warren Bennis stated, "Terrific organizations led by outstanding leaders have leadership at every single level of the organization.

They put a value on mentoring and coaching." Using the textbook and an additional peer-reviewed resource, compare and contrast the concepts of coach and mentor. Is one better suited for a particular situation than the other? What is your experience with coaching and mentoring? Use APA guidelines when formatting. Minimum of 200 words.