tells us that we need to adhere to moral principles in all our activities, rather than using a position of leadership as a way to achieve power and privilege.If we are to look for a model, an individual to benchmark for a higher standard of leadership, what better example could we follow than that of Mahatma Gandhi. While Gandhi was seen by most as an idealist, he demonstrated that he could also be a practical and effective leader. The author, Dr Keshavan Nair, a lifelong student of the teachings and life of Gandhi, provides the reader with a pragmatic guide based on three concepts Gandhi exemplified.
1. Service is the purpose of leadership.
2. Moral principles must be the basis of goals, decisions, and strategies.
3. A single standard of conduct needs to be employed in both public and private life.
Dr. Nair brings Gandhi's ideals to us in clear business terms without taking away from or diluting their moral or ethical value. As Nair says, "Everyone in the organisation, irrespective of position, can commit to one personal act of service every day."
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