Stavros Baroutas

Conflict and Ethics: Ethical Management in Present Times Stavros Baroutas

Publisher Marketing: The book refers to ethical management and to internal competition which happens to profit and non-profit organizations. Today's society is highly competitive and exhibits a high rate of aggressiveness, particularly when it comes to professional matters. In the midst of sales pressure and external competition, this kind of hostile conduct threatens to disrupt delicate balances within companies and organizations. Proper and ethical management can be a remedy to the loss of stability in organizations. Effective management contributes to the resolution of ambiguous matters, proper decision-making and the restoration of a healthy professional environment in the workplace. In such cases, powerful and effective leadership plays a major role in the operations of management, entailing significant and often harsh decisions. One should keep in mind though, that such references on the book constitute the aftermath of improper management or ineffective leadership which fails to cope with rivalries and conflicts that stem from personal interest, pursuit of glory, recognition and power. "War" or dispute between colleagues derive from hostility or fear due to a particular deed. The last one also serves as a starting point for all the instances mentioned in the book. Contributor Bio:  Baroutas, Stavros I have written several business books related to personal development and leadership printed in Greek and English. I have studied Marketing at Ulster University and I have acquired my MBA from Kingston University, UK. My next degree was in 2007 a PhD from a US University in Leadership and recently (Oct 2013) I have gained a Certificate in Executive Leadership Strategies from Mendoza School of Business at Notre Dame University. In 2009 I was awarded from Chartered Management Institute, UK, as a Chartered Manager (CMgr) in leading people and leading change skills. I am also a members of the Subject Matter Experts Group of Chartered Management Institute. Throughout my academic studies I have held various posts mainly at pharmaceutical and retail companies where my duties included besides sales, training of employees and directors from basic orientation, emotional intelligence, on the job training and personal development. Furthermore, from January 2003 to February 2007 I personally held consulting and training seminars in sales, management, communication and personal development. Since December 2008 I am Regional Manager of Northern Greece in Specifar Pharmaceuticals part of Actavis. In my free time I teach strategy, leadership, personal development and change management. For more information visit my personal website www.baroutas.com