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A discernment checklist for business leaders

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Do we let the light of our faith shine on our work decisions?

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A document titled "Vocation of the Business Leader: A Reflection," produced by the Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, offers a helpful examen for business leaders. Many of the questions are useful for anyone in the business world.

    Meeting the needs of the world

      Organizing good and productive work

          Creating sustainable wealth and distributing it justly

            In summary:

            • As a Christian business leader, am I promoting human dignity and the common good in my sphere of influence?

            • Am I supporting the culture of life; justice; international regulations; transparency; civic, environmental, and labour standards; and the fight against corruption?

            • Am I promoting the integral development of the person and respect of nature in my company and its sphere of influence?

            • Do I accept the challenge of conversion to ever greater goodness and holiness in my personal life, my business role, and the communities where I am involved and have influence?