JOURNAL ARTICLE

Employees See Middle Managers as an Organization's Moral Compass.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2025. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Vuckovic, Brooke 3 of 3

Abstract

Middle managers are often overlooked heroes in organizations, serving as moral compasses for their teams. A survey of MBA students and alumni highlighted the impact of middle managers who prioritize ethical decision-making and demonstrate commitment to their teams. These managers are admired for pushing back on behalf of higher values, protecting team culture, and balancing competing commitments. The article emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and continuous improvement for middle managers to become ethical leaders that their teams admire. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2025/01, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Construction and Building
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:182809394
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