Article: Leading with integrity: lessons from Britain’s Most Admired Companies Written by Nigel Cassidy Wednesday 19 April 2023 Share Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Top UK leaders on living your principles, ethical dilemmas and the small actions that make a difference If shunning the trappings of power and living healthily are any indicator of integrity, then Legal & General’s group chief executive Sir Nigel Wilson sets an exacting standard. The chief of the financial powerhouse that is reshaping UK towns and cities with £1.3tn of assets under management says that he prefers to run, cycle, or walk to work. What’s more, he chooses to live in a one-bedroom rented apartment (although he confesses it does have a river view). “I don’t drive a car, but I do use public transport. I also try to buy local food. I want our colleagues to be healthy as well because we’ve recognised that health is the new wealth. It’s very personal and it’s what makes me happy.” Sir Nigel is sharing his thoughts on the day that Legal & General was crowned Britain’s Most Admired Company for 2022. Britain’s Most Admired Companies is the UK’s longest-running study of corporate reputation. The awards for 2022 were presented to a group of companies at Coventry University in the City of London, and were supported by CMI. This year was the first time that a financial services provider has come top of the ranking. What are these companies and leaders doing right? Log in now and find out Login or register below for Free Instant Access Login If you are already registered as a CMI Friend, Subscriber or Member, just login to view this article. Confirm your registration Login below to confirm your details and access this article. Sign in with email Email remember me remember Forget? Please confirm that you want to switch off the "Sign in with email" remember me feature. Yes No Register for Free Access Not yet a Member, Subscriber or Friend? Register as a CMI Friend for free, and get access to this and many other exclusive resources, as well as weekly updates straight to your inbox. You have successfully registered As a CMI Friend, you now have access to whole range of CMI Friendship benefits. Please login to the left to confirm your registration and access the article. Article Our extensive range of articles are designed to keep you in the loop with all the latest management and leadership best practice, research and news. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.
