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May 18, 2025 • 31 mins

View the full transcript and accompanying visualizations at ceoslibrary.com. Feeling overwhelmed by ESG demands, stakeholder pressure, and the constant tightrope walk of modern leadership? 🤯 You're not alone. The old playbooks for 'responsible business' are broken, leaving even the best leaders navigating a minefield. In this episode, we distill Alison Taylor's essential book, "Higher Ground," exposing why just ticking boxes or chasing ESG scores isn't just ineffective—it's *dangerous*. Discover the surprising traps embedded in popular approaches like stakeholder capitalism and learn why a laser focus on **human impact** is the most powerful compass for ethical decision-making. Unlock practical strategies to build genuine trust (not just manage reputation!), set priorities that matter, navigate political risks without getting burned, and foster a truly resilient ethical culture. Stop reacting, start leading with authentic integrity. Ready to find firmer footing and reach higher ground? Hit play now! ▶️💡🌍

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