Russ Wasendorf Sr., successful CEO of his own firm, was stealing for 20 years from investors who trusted him and who had given him and his company their hard-earned money. He was cheating because as he said his "ego was too big to fail." His action shows how unethical people can be. Even worse, that shows what respected and trust worth leader, the founder of the company can do.

Leadership that exemplifies moral corrugate can influence an ethical culture. Value-based, ethical leadership, codes of ethics and codes of conduct play a critical role in presenting organizational integrity and fairness in the workplace. Those on the high positions in the company help to set the tone at the top displaying and encouraging professionalism and ethical