IntroductionThe definition of moral leadership is quite simple and varied depending on the situation or context requiring leadership. Exercising moral and ethical leadership is much more complex when exercised in the daily operations of life. This is particularly poignant when it involves righting a wrong or redeeming a situation to contribute to a process of improvement. Dineen, Lewicki and Tomlinson (2006 p. 430 in Yukl) argue that it is up to leaders to lead by example in both areas. ethical and moral behavior. It is also imperative that the leader sets clear goals, standards and objectives and ensures their maintenance throughout the execution of his work (Yukl p. 430-431). One of the questions not addressed due to lack of research concerns the cultural aspects of leadership in various cultures. I will attempt to approach this issue from my own cultural perspective, drawn from the oral history I grew up with. During this research, two scenarios presented themselves as to what an ethical and unethical leadership situation looks like. Further research led me to look for other situations for comparison. The general need for leaders to lead well is to pay attention to everything around you. DiscussionResearchers have developed a variety of definitions regarding leadership and appear simple to visualize but in reality very difficult to implement in the day-to-day operations of a business, school, or business. life in general. Rost (p. 165) expresses dismay and disgust when academics and others who study leadership see the unethical and immoral conduct (emphasis mine) of people in roles of authority or of power. They, academics and others, want to make ethical conduct a moral imperative for leaders and leaders. Bennis and Nanus (2003 p. 4) identified 850 definitions...... middle of paper ......g The Keilburgers of the world keep us all informed, we will constantly ensure that moral and ethical principles are respected. The working environment for all employees around the world is safe and healthy. Works Cited Bennis, W & Nanus, B. (2003). (2nd ed.) Leaders: Strategies for Taking Charge. New York. Harper Collins Publishers website. Nike: www.nikebix.com/resonsibility/cr_recognition.html. Corporate social responsibility and code of ethics and conduct. Enron wikipedia: en.wiikipedia.org/wiki/Enron Rosenbeck, WE and Taylor, RL (6th ed.) (2006). Contemporary leadership. Boulder, CO. Westview Press. Rost, J. C. (1993). Leadership for the 21st century. Westport CT. Praeger PublishersWren, T J. ed. (1995). Leader's Companion: Insights Through the Ages. New York. The Free Press. Yukl, G. (7th ed.) (2010). Leadership in organizations. New Jersey. Apprentice room.