Decent People, Decent Company

Executive coaches Robert and Carolyn Turknett built their Leadership Character Model over twenty-five years working with organizations like The Home Depot and Deloitte, and that real-world foundation keeps this book from feeling like abstract theory. The balance-scale framework — respect and responsibility anchored by integrity — is memorable and practical, with eight specific traits laid out clearly enough to apply in actual workplace situations. The emphasis on empathy, accountability, and humility aligns naturally with faith-based values, making this an easy recommend across secular and Christian leadership contexts. Readers already deep in the leadership literature may find the framework familiar territory. And the corporate client examples may not fully translate to non-profit or small-organization settings. Still, a solid and honest guide to ethical leadership.