Happiest of Holidays 2009 “Leadership: It’s All about TRUST.”

 An on-line newsletter from Ellen Castro

We live by our choices... plain and simple.

There are timeless truths that are guiding principles for making better choices. They span cultures, religious backgrounds and perceived differences.  They include:

Buddhism:  Hurt not others in ways that you yourself would find hurtful.  Udana-Varga 5:18

Christianity:  All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them; for this is the law and the Prophets.  Matthew 7:12

Confucianism:  Surely it is the maxim of loving kindness:  Do not unto others what you would not have them do unto you.  Analects 15:23

Hinduism:  This is the sum of duty:  Do nought unto others which would cause you pain if done to you.  Mahabharata 5:1517

Islam:  No one of you is a believer until he deserves for his brother that which he desires for himself.   Holy Quran

Judaism:  What is hateful to you, do not to your fellowman.  That is the entire law; all the rest is commentary.    Shabbat 31a

Taoism:  Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain and your neighbor’s loss as your own loss.   Lao Tzu

Zoroastrianism:  That nature alone is good which refrains from doing unto another whatsoever is not good for itself.   Dadista-i-dinik 94:5

Today’s leaders have the wisdom to know…

·                     There is ALWAYS a choice.

·                     Actions ALWAYS have consequences. 

·                     There is NO "them."

Based on 20+ years of executive coaching on 3 continents, for me, authentic and lasting leadership begins with goodwill towards all.

Question for Reflection

Do people shine brightly in your presence? Or barely flicker?

The choice is ALWAYS yours!

Wishing you and yours Peace on Earth and a Brilliant 2010!

Feel free to share this with a colleague or friend.  Your comments and thoughts are always appreciated … I am definitely still learning.

Ellen Castro is a catalyst for trust and THRIVING.  She is the bestselling author of Spirited Leadership … 52 Ways to Build Trust on the Job and Tortilla Soup for the Spirit.  Ellen holds an EdM from Harvard University and an MBA from SMU where she currently serves as an instructor for the Business Leadership Center.  Ellen has the great joy to coach, speak and consult on 3 continents and in 11 countries.  She has owned and managed her business since 1991 with all business opportunities through referrals.

For a copy of Ellen’s Success and Thriving Model and other practical tips and insights, please visit www.ellencastro.com. Ellen can be reached at 214-750-7718 or ellen@ellencastro.com.

Until next time...Choose Wisely!

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