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The antidote to navigating turbulent times isn't more rules. It is ageless virtue that creates ecological value. Thoughtful leaders are keenly aware of the enormous task they face to drive high performance in a world that continues to ratchet up pressure and doubt. Some leaders react by getting rough and establishing rigid rules. They get people in line, however they don't inspire excellence. Wise leaders, on the other palm, help their people practice personality to find their way their way through the turbulence - without lowering performance expectations. Because of this, their people are usually more reliable under great pressure. Exception to the Guideline links ancient intelligence with contemporary technology on high performance, teamwork, and engagement. Building an organizational culture predicated on traditional virtues - of trust, compassion, courage, justice, intelligence, temperance, and hope - is both strategically smart and an improved way to have. Exception to the Guideline walks you through the steps of supporting everyone in your organization focus on personality described by virtue. The word virtue means excellence, which explains why each is essential to help people perform at a higher level despite doubt and pressure. Under character-based control, teams work better together, creativity flourishes and engagement increases. The most effective idea of Exception to the Guideline is this: personality described by virtue is not predicated on birthright; it can be learned and employed. Everyone can form habits to be better than these were. While character cannot be legislated, personality can be cultivated. As virtue demonstrates its value, the culture you have can progress into the culture you will need.
