Becoming A Virtuous Business Leader
By: Tammy Polk
Many of us strive to be a Proverbs 31 Woman. We look at the attributes of
the Virtuous Woman and believe we are on our way. Yet, we never consid-
er the fact that this woman was a leader in BUSINESS.
Have you ever asked yourself whether virtuous qualities apply to busi-
ness? It can indeed. Virtue means that you having a sense of moral
excellence. In other words, you make a conscious effort and decision to
do what is right.
When it comes to business, the attributes of the Virtuous Woman still
apply. How so? Proverbs 31:15 states, “She riseth while it is yet night, and
giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.” (KJV)
Now, you may be wondering, "What does this have to do with leadership
in business?" Let me tell you. A virtuous business woman treats her em-
ployees with respect. She pays them a competitive wage and values their
work. She rewards and disciplines them with dignity and professionalism.
Let’s take a look at each one of these.
First, no employee wants to work for a woman in leadership who is
unwilling to do what she asks others to do. Also, they don’t want to work
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