315. Virtuous Business: Announcing Our New Book—Debbie Philpott and Ethan Slaughter

What do you think of when you hear the word "virtuous"? And, what does it mean to be virtuous? Can virtue exist in a business?   Our guests today are Ethan Slaughter and Debbie Philpott, who are my co-authors of our new book called: Virtuous Business: A Model Approach. In this episode, we talk about the idea of virtuousness as a leader and within an organization.  **TODAY'S WIN-WIN:** Virtuous leaders set the tone for ethical excellence. **LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:** - Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. - Get the FREE reflective questions download: https://virtuousbusinessbook.com/ - Purchase a copy of our NEW book: CLICK HERE. - Connect with our guests on social:  - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-slaughter-a8aa10ab/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbie-philpott-ed-d-cpa-cma-sphr-shrm-scp-cgw-76811721/ **ABOUT OUR GUEST:** Ethan Slaughter is a finance professional with extensive experience in financial strategy, business ethics, and leadership. He has served in key executive roles, including COO and CFO, where he has helped businesses optimize financial performance and drive cultural transformation. As an educator, Dr. Slaughter teaches virtuous leadership, business ethics, and corporate financial planning and analysis at Indiana Wesleyan University. His ongoing research explores the integration of Adam Smith’s The Theory of Moral Sentiments into contemporary virtuous leadership, with a focus on applying these principles to executive education and ethical decision-making in business.  Debbie Philpott is an adjunct professor, dissertation committee member, doctoral research chair, higher education curriculum writer, freelance editor and writer, and consultant. She teaches business courses and the crafts of research, writing, and getting published. Her interests include scholar-practitioner research, writing, stewardship and sustainable living, spirituality, and practical theology. She and her husband enjoy discovering their coastal community on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Debbie’s philosophy encompasses the ongoing search for a more authentic representation of life experiences—as they are lived, and as they could be.  **This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team.** Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the world, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  *The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.*