Ethical Leadership
Shakespeare’s psychological thriller Macbeth provides fascinating insights into the behaviours that can make or break individuals and organisations.
This programme explores ethical leadership through two very different leaders: Malcolm and Macbeth.
Most of us know Macbeth. His descent from fearless warrior to ruthless tyrant is a compelling tale of high achievement turning to tragedy.
We use the character of Macbeth to examine the shadows of leadership. We learn how to identify excessive and dangerous behaviours – both in ourselves and others – before derailment becomes inevitable.
Not so many of us are aware of Malcolm. His journey is less familiar but more successful.
Through this character we explore the development of quiet, ethical leadership. Malcolm’s example proves we can become generative leaders, creating meaning for our individual ‘kingdoms’ and hope for our collective future.