Ethical intelligence may not get the attention of other forms of “smarts,” but as renowned ethics popularizer Bruce Weinstein shows, it is the most practical, valuable, and even courageous form, determining success on the job, fulfillment in relationships, and sense of self-worth.
After reviewing the five basic ethical principles agreed upon by cultures and religious traditions around the world and throughout time, Weinstein shows readers how to develop their ethics IQ by applying these principles in daily life.
Real-world examples and interviews with CEOs, athletes, celebrities, and political leaders illustrate ethics in action, and in their absence. Most strikingly, Weinstein shows that ethical principles aren’t just good; they are good for us, benefiting our health, happiness, and prosperity. While ethical ignorance grabs headlines, it is ethical intelligence that creates the fullest, most fulfilled life.
Industry Reviews
"An engaging guidebook full of practical wisdom, based on sound ethical principles that can help us treat ourselves and others with fairness, respect, and kindness. It can help make the world a better place."-- Dan Millman, author of "The Four Purposes of Life" "Dr. Weinstein's book is commendable. He has articulated with exceptional clarity the five principles that underlie ethical intelligence and provided real-life examples that will resonate with the reader. Follow these principles and you will lead with integrity and a clear conscience."-- Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, professor of medicine, Harvard Medical School, and author of "Doctor Chopra Says: Medical Facts and Myths Everyone Should Know" "In this engrossing book, Weinstein, who writes the 'Ask the Ethics Guy' column for Businessweek.com, shows readers how to make the best possible decisions at work and at home by using five basic principles: do no harm, make things better, respect others, be fair, and be loving. Through the use of abundant case studies and ethical dilemmas, Weinstein explains how to handle errant employees who are well connected and when to advise a friend that her Facebook pictures may have detrimental ramifications. The author covers a variety of everyday situations, from dealing with difficult people to watching a friend drip food on a bookstore magazine. Appendixes offer a wealth of books, movies, and TV shows that can enrich ethical intelligence and promote dialog. Great for individual readers, this book also has excellent potential for study or discussion groups."-- "Library Journal" "In a world of claw-your-way-to-the-top-at-all-costs mentality, it's time for a paradigm shift for a better humanity, a clearer conscience in a healthy society. "Ethical Intelligence" offers alternatives to difficult ethical situations by calibrating your ethical choices....author Bruce Weinstein presents everyday examples with such clarity, using movies and literary references to
