Excessive Risk-taking: Leaders may engage in high-risk ventures with little regard for the potential negative consequences on their employees and shareholders. Short-term Gains: Prioritizing immediate financial rewards over long-term sustainability and ethical considerations. Unethical Practices: Engaging in fraud, embezzlement, or other illegal activities to increase personal or corporate wealth. Exploitation: Taking advantage of employees, customers, or suppliers to maximize profits without fair compensation or consideration of their well-being.