Code of Ethics
Transcript: All are encouraged to feel empowered to lead, take action and experiment when they feel innovation could improve the project. Leadership can be exercised by anyone. 8. Courage and Considerateness 5. We value discussion, data & decisiveness 6. Teamwork A leader's foremost goal is the success of the team: They know when to act and when to step back; when to delegate and when to do it alone. 3. Delegation From The Top The SUMG Code of Ethics 4. Support For Delegation is Measured When in doubt, ask for a second opinion. 7. Credit Be considerate; Be respectful; Take Responsibility of our words and actions; Be collaborative; Value decisiveness, clarity & consensus; Ask for help when unsure; Step down considerately. A good leader does not seek the limelight, but celebrates team members for the work they do. 1. We Strive to: 2. Leadership, Authority & Responsibility Ensure that decisions are credible even if they are unpopular, difficult or favourable to the interests of one group. Motivation is the key! Give a helping hand. Provide a guide. Help the members evaluate their work. Be a connector. Socialisation is important Learn from the back; lead from the front. Share everything with your team!! ABOVE ALL: Have rules!! Leadership is not an award, right, or title; it is a privilege, a responsibility and a mandate. A leader will only retain their authority as long as they retain the support of those who delegated that authority to them. Gather opinions, data and commitments from concerned parties before taking a decision. Leaders are expected to help teams come to a decision/goal within a reasonable time, to seek guidance, or be willing to take the decision themselves when consensus is lacking, and to take responsibility for implementation. Officials Code of Ethics Making of bold decisions as a leader, consensual or popular or otherwise, enables the project to move forward, BUT boldness demands considerateness. 9. Conflicts of Interest We are a meritocracy; we delegate decision making, governance and leadership from senior bodies to the most able and engaged members.