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The Conscience Code: Lead with Your Values. Advance Your Career. Paperback – June 8, 2021

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The Conscience Code is a practical guide to creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Surveys show that more than 40% of employees report seeing ethical misconduct at work, and most fail to report it--killing office morale and allowing the wrong people to set the example. Collegiate professor G. Richard Shell has heard work misconduct stories from his MBA students which inspired him to create this helpful guide for navigating these nuances.

Shell created this book to point to a better path: recognize that these conflicts are coming, learn to spot them, then follow a research-based, step-by-step approach for resolving them skillfully. By committing to the Code, you can replace regret with long-term career success as a leader of conscience.

In The Conscience Code, Shell shares tips and facts that:

  • Solves a crucial problem faced by professionals everywhere: What should they do when they are asked to compromise their core values to achieve organizational goals?
  • Teaches readers to recognize and overcome the five organizational forces that push people toward actions they later regret.
  • Lays out a systematic, values-to-action process that people at all levels can follow to maintain their integrity while achieving true success in their lives and careers.

Driven by dramatic, real-world examples from Shell's classroom, today's headlines, and classic cases of corporate wrongdoing, The Conscience Code shows how to create value-based workplaces where everyone can thrive.

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“The pages ahead are filled with moving, sometimes astonishing real-world stories of people facing both ordinary and extraordinary pressures to compromise their values. You will meet business executives, nonprofit leaders, nurses, police officers, soldiers, and lawyers. Some of the examples come from headline-grabbing corporate scandals and some from terrifying moments in history. Many others are everyday examples drawn from the personal and professional lives of my students. You’ll learn about some who failed to stand up for their values and later regretted it, and others who successfully pushed back.

All of these examples—even the ones that Hollywood made into “whistleblower” movies—involve ordinary professionals trying to get on with the business of life. I have assembled them to help you better understand your own character, values, fears, and personal aspirations. If a given issue is not a problem for you, move on. When it comes to learning about the important things in life, one of my favorite mantras is also one of the simplest: “Take what works and leave the rest behind.” ”

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"This powerful and practical book brings the science of persuasion to the problem of doing the right thing, showing leaders at every level how to stand up for their deepest beliefs."
-- Daniel H. Pink, Bestselling author of WHEN, DRIVE, and TO SELL IS HUMAN

"Leading in the twenty-first century without a conscience is like trying to fly a plane without wings. The Conscience Code shows you how to turn your beliefs into action and take flight."
-- Yancey Strickler, Cofounder and Former CEO of Kickstarter, Founder of the Bento Society, and Author of This Could Be Our Future

"Shell demonstrates that good ethics is not only good business but is also the foundation for personal and professional success. His real-world examples and research-based observations make this book a keeper for every leader."
-- F. William McNabb, Former Chairman and CEO of Vanguard

"Engaging, clear, and practical--The Conscience Code is an outstanding guide to leading and living responsibly."
-- Joseph L. Badaracco, John Shad Professor of Business Ethics at Harvard Business School

"A must-read in today's turbulent times. Indeed, the high road is the only road. Richard Shell will help you get there and stay there."
-- Douglas R. Conant, Founder of ConantLeadership, Former Chairman of Avon Products, and Former CEO of Campbell Soup Company

"The Conscience Code should be required reading for every global firm seeking to empower its workforce to be a force for good."
-- Tim Erblich, CEO of Ethisphere Institute and Former President of the New York Stock Exchange Governance Services

"An inspiring business book" that provides "a blueprint for ethical behavior in a frequently unethical world." -- Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

G. Richard Shell is the Thomas Gerrity Professor of Legal Studies, Business Ethics, and Management at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.  His books on personal character, negotiation, and persuasion have sold over half a million copies in seventeen languages, and his online course on "Success" has reached tens of thousands of people around the world.  An award-winning teacher, Richard regularly consults with a wide range of global organizations, and he directs several top-rated leadership development programs at Wharton Executive Education.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins Leadership (June 8, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1400221137
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1400221134
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.45 x 0.9 x 8.35 inches
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G. Richard Shell is the Thomas Gerrity Professor of Legal Studies, Business Ethics, and Management at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. His latest book, The Conscience Code: Lead with Your Values. Advance Your Career (HarperCollins Leadership), shows readers how to stand up for their core beliefs when the pressure is on to look the other way. His award-winning Bargaining for Advantage: Negotiation Strategies for Reasonable People (Penguin) is now in its third edition in multiple languages, and Springboard: Launching Your Personal Search for Success (Portfolio 2013) was named Business Book of the Year in the USA and was short-listed for Management Book of the Year by the British Library. He is also author of The Art of Woo: Using Strategic Persuasion to Sell Your Ideas (Portfolio 2007) (with Mario Moussa) and Make the Rules or Your Rivals Will (Crown Business 2004). He serves as Director of Wharton's Executive Negotiation Workshop and Strategic Persuasion Workshop. He has won multiple teaching and scholarly awards, had his work cited by the United States Supreme Court, and taught people from all walks of professional life, from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 CEOs to FBI hostage negotiators, Navy SEALs, and United Nations peacekeepers.

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Jon Mertz
5.0 out of 5 stars Bring your conscience to work – an engaging guide
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2021
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There are many aspects to love about The Conscience Code. Richard Shell exemplifies what he is guiding us to do. First, he clearly outlines how to apply your conscience in a helpful way. One statistic highlights how 1 in 4 will be asked to do something that does meet an ethical test, so we need the confidence to face these challenges. Richard Shell delivers confidence through this book. Second, the reflection points at the end of each chapter serve as a role model in what we need to do – reflect, discern, and act. It is an excellent structure for any book, and Richard sets a solid standard in writing a book that practices what it offers.

The Conscience Code should be used in corporate training rooms and university classrooms. We need this guide to open better conversations and instill better actions. The only thing I would change about the book is the title. It should be Bring Your Conscience to Work!
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Archie Matugas
5.0 out of 5 stars Think of PAIRS, hit the ROAD and CLIP it good.
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2021
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I was looking for a 6th star on the overall rating but unfortunately, there is none. Sorry about that Richard, I just gave you 5 stars :-). The book is definitely an excellent read. In the course of reading it, I already thought of programs and activities for our People Transformation initiative using this great book as anchor. My favorites are PAIRS-CLIP-ROAD, something which I can teach to our employees for them to become values-empowered who achieve the right deliverables the right way.
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TJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential and Engaging Ethics Guide
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021
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This must read ethics guide should be incorporated into every organization’s employee orientation and leadership development programs. Professor Shell provides a practical 10-step approach to identify and action positive values. His inspirational real-life examples make the book engaging and relatable. Among the many highlights in the book, he provides a practical framework to follow when our core values are challenged by ethical dilemmas. Outstanding book!
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Hawk88
5.0 out of 5 stars Keep one copy for yourself and give one away. It will be deeply appreciated!
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2021
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The Conscience Code: Lead With Your Values. Advance your career should be required reading or listening for anyone attempting to lead a life staying true to yourself. Easier said than done, the book gives a roadmap to achieving a higher degree of personal contentment with the demands of bosses and the escalating demands of the world of work using practical examples of real life situations.
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Author Paul Falcone
5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding book for challenging times with real world application
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2022
The Conscience Code was developed from combined courses in business law and business ethics, and wow--you can tell! It directly addresses some of the most ethical challenges facing workers today. Honest and transparent, Prof. Shell takes a direct and unrelenting approach on how to stand out as a leader today, including holding tough and potentially confrontational conversations that protect workers and their organizations. A true person of conscience, Prof. Shell provides the wisdom and knowledge to help readers navigate the rapids of the modern workplace--no matter how challenging the situation or how complicated the interpersonal dynamics. Bravo--outstanding read on speaking truth to power!
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Harvey Deutschendorf
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent guide for helping leaders at every level do what's right in their workplaces
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2021
Anyone who has spent a significant amount of time at work has very likely encountered ethical issues. Many of us have struggled with questions of what we should do in circumstances that we know are not right and above board. This book provides us with ways to look at various circumstances to help us through the quagmire that ethics in the workplace consists of. As Chair of Wharton School’s Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department, the author is highly qualified to speak on the topic. Many of the examples that he uses in the book come from actual cases that students have experienced prior to enrolling in the program. These cases, and referencing actual large investigations of corporate malfeasance, make the book quite interesting and flowing smoothly. Having witnessed bullying in a previous workplace, I wish I had this book to refer to at the time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting & Pragmatic - A Must Read for Today's Leaders
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2021
The Conscience Code is another one of Shell's incredibly pragmatic approaches to one of today's most complicated challenges. Using tangible real-world examples directly from the author's classes at the Wharton School of Business, Shell is able to clearly articulate strategies and formulate frameworks for developing a professional compass that leads with your values. From non-profit foundations to WorldCom, the examples employed by Shell cover a wide array of ethical challenges that captivate interest, spark internal debate, and arm you with global tools to confront the tough moral dilemmas that every professional will surely encounter in their careers. Just like the "Art of Woo" and "Springboard," "The Conscience Code" is a must read for every person looking to advance their careers and leave a positive lasting impact on the world. I highly recommend!
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BK
5.0 out of 5 stars Ethical insights combined with practical advice
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2021
This is an excellent book for anyone who may face ethical issues in their workplace, which is to say everyone. Using real-world examples, Professor Shell provides a framework for how to recognize these issues, think about them, and then act on your conclusions. He goes beyond "do the right thing" platitudes to help the reader identify and live up to their own values when confronted with both the obvious ethical challenges and those that are more subtle. The book is especially strong in identifying ways for less experienced employees and others who face power imbalances to act effectively on their principles. Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2022
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