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- [The Disconnect Between Gen Z Workplace Values and Those of Organizations](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-disconnect-between-gen-z-workplace-values-and-those-of-organizations/) - Work Ethic Differences There have been many surveys about Gen Z’s beliefs and values that I decided to discuss some of them and share my thoughts. Like the Millennials before them, Gen Z have been criticized for the lack of a work ethic. In the case of Millennials, it was a sense of entitlement that
- [Conscious Quitting Attracts Gen Z to Organizations That Share Their Values](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/conscious-quitting-attracts-gen-z-to-organizations-that-share-their-values/) - Matching Moral Values of Employees and Organizations Conscious quitting is an emerging workplace trend where employees leave organizations because their personal values no longer align with company culture or leadership. A good definition is provided by AI: “Conscious quitting refers to the intentional decision to resign from a job when an individual's personal ethics, values, or
- [Building a Speak Up Culture in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/building-a-speak-up-culture-in-the-workplace/) - Changing Behavior, Whether in Life or the Workplace, is Difficult I just read a post by Jasmin Stollhof who addresses the “speak up” culture that some organizations build into their whistleblowing policies. This is an important issue as it addresses workplace accountability and transparency, and fosters intra communication of problems before they get overwhelming. Stollhof
- [Ethics and AI: A Cautionary Tale](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethics-and-ai-a-cautionary-tale/) - Why Students and Employees Fear for the Worst We recently concluded the commencement season and one thing we learned is that students are not embracing the growing trend of AI in the workplace and fear they may lose job opportunities. I address this issue in today’s blog as well as why the use of AI
- [Dissecting the H1-B Visa Program](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/dissecting-the-h1-b-visa-program/) - The Coort Strikes Down the $100,000 H1-B Visa Fee You may have heard that back on September 19, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order requiring that the H1-B visa must be accompanied by a $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visa applications filed on or after September 21, 2025. The fee would not be applied
- [Is ‘Ethical Leadership’ An Oxymoron?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-ethical-leadership-an-oxymoron/) - Ethical Leaders Must Lead by Example One characteristic of ethical leadership is to influence others. Management expert John Maxwell characterizes leadership this way: “A leader knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” The ethical leader understands that positive relationships built on respect, openness, and trust are critical to creating an ethical organizational
- [Supporting an Ethical Workplace Culture: Expectations of Employees](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/supporting-an-ethical-workplace-culture-expectations-of-employees/) - How to Reduce Frustrations at Work I have previously blogged about workplace culture and how it can stifle a ‘speak up’ culture.” The problem is deeper than that. Some workplaces are toxic and contribute to frustration. Passive aggressiveness or workplace gossip creates a toxic environment built on indirect communication. Instead of addressing issues directly, colleagues
- [Why Does Workplace Misconduct Go Unreported?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-does-workplace-misconduct-go-unreported/) - How Can Organizations Support Employee Reporting of Workplace Misconduct? I have previously blogged about the fact that workplace ethics are in decline. Whether it’s instances of the misappropriation of assets, fraudulent financial reports, sexual harassment, workplace bullying, and more, organizations need to tighten their reporting mechanisms to encourage employees to come forward and inform top
- [Protections for Employees under the National Labor Relations Act](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/protections-for-employees-under-the-national-labor-relations-act/) - What Employers Should Know The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects the rights of employees to act together to address conditions at work, with or without a union. This protection extends to certain work-related conversations conducted on social media, such as Facebook and Twitter. Employees who act together on workplace issues – by, for example,
- [Workplace Ethics in Decline](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/workplace-ethics-in-decline/) - Reasons for Unethical Behavior in the Workplace I’ve been writing about workplace ethics for many years. I’ve tackled issues such as organizational culture, governance, the evils of social media, bullying, sexual harassment, and whistleblowing, to mention a few. Yesterday, I was shocked to read about the steep decline in ethics in the workplace and its
- [2025 Gallup Poll Ranks Nurses #1 in Honesty and Ethics](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/2025-gallup-poll-ranks-nurses-1-in-honesty-and-ethics/) - Are Accountants Honest and Ethical? My goal in this blog is to discuss why the ratings of accountants for honesty and ethics in the latest Gallup Poll is in decline. As an accounting educator and professional, I am quite concerned. In part, because of the changing scope of services provided by accounting professionals as discussed
- [Gen Z Blames Parents for Their Workplace Failures ](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/gen-z-blames-parents-for-their-workplace-failures/) - What is the Role of Education? I recently read the results of a survey by Resume Builder that shows that Gen Z workers are blaming their parents, not employers, the economy, or AI, for being underpaid, passed over, and disciplined at work. This got me thinking, whether Gen Z takes accountability for their actions, or
- [Is Congress Doing Enough to Protect Staff from Sexual Harassment?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-congress-doing-enough-to-protect-staff-from-sexual-harassment/) - The Lack of Boundaries Needs to Change Perhaps you have heard about the controversy over whether Congress is doing enough to protect its staff against sexual harassment. The issue arises now and again. Most recently, with Representative Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), who announced last Monday he is resigning from Congress, a day after sexual assault and
- [What Makes Gen Z Tick?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-makes-gen-z-tick/) - Examining Gen Z’s Workplace Values I have blogged before about the work ethic of Gen Z. Like the generations before it, Gen Z is being criticized for not working hard enough, not caring enough, and seeking their own values rather than those of their employer. There have been many studies on Gen Z—what makes them
- [Trump Family Products](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/trump-family-products/) - Conflicts of Interest Abound You have probably heard and read about all the products/investments/deals with foreign governments, etc. that President Donald Trump has become involved in albeit through his two sons—Donald Jr. and Eric. They represent the Trump Organization in all such deals. By not becoming involved directly, President Trump is able to say that
- [Ethics Sage One of the Best Blogs on Philosophy](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethics-sage-one-of-the-best-blogs-on-philosophy/) - Feedspot Selects "Ethics Sage" as one of the Top 90 Blogs in 2026. I am delighted to report that my "Ethics Sage" blog was selected as the 41st best of 90-named blogs on philosophy. I have been fortunate to be so named for many years and am grateful to Feedspot for the recognition. While my
- [Boeing Max 737 Continuing Safety Problems](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/boeing-max-737-continuing-safety-problems/) - Has Boeing Learned its Lesson? Two weeks ago, Boeing disclosed a Boeing 737 Max wiring flaw delayed deliveries because of small scratches on wires in a group of undelivered 737 Max aircraft, caused by a machining error during production, leading to rework and first-quarter delivery delays. The Boeing 737 Max wiring flaw delays deliveries affects produced but
- [Are College Graduates Equipped for the Jobs of the Future?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-college-graduates-equipped-for-the-jobs-of-the-future/) - Why AI Does Not Promote Critical Thinking I’ve been concerned about the overuse of AI systems such as ChatGPT by college students who rely on it too much. It has the potential to detract from using creative thinking in responding to questions and in creating essays and term papers. I was curious what ChatGPT itself
- [Excellence in Accounting Ethics Education Award](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/excellence-in-accounting-ethics-education-award/) - SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 15, 2026 FINAL CALL The intent of this award is to recognize new pedagogy for teaching ethics to accounting students. A monetary award of
- [Why Bosses Are Unimpressed with Gen Z College Graduates](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-bosses-are-unimpressed-with-gen-z-college-graduates/) - Employer Complaints I have previously blogged about why Gen Z employees are being fired early in their tenure. It can be summed up in two words: “work ethic.” The younger generation seems to have less of a motivation to be the best they can be. According to a report in August 2024, Intelligent.com surveyed 966
- [Does Ethics Training Lead to Ethical Behavior?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/does-ethics-training-lead-to-ethical-behavior/) - Building an Ethical Culture in the Workplace This is the question that all ethics educators should ask. If we can’t make a link between teaching ethics and enhancing ethical behavior in the workplace, then why are we doing it in the first place. In fact, teaching ethics to a group of uninterested employees could have
- [Challenges for Gen Z in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/challenges-for-gen-z-in-the-workplace/) - Reasons Managers Are Critical of Behavior This is an update of a previous blog written about the challenges faced by Gen Z in the workplace. It’s alarming to me that Generation Z (Gen Z) employees are being fired shortly after they start their jobs. I was curious about the reasons, so I did some research
- [Why Do People and Organizations Practice Cancel Culture?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-do-people-and-organizations-practice-cancel-culture/) - How Does it Play Out? Canceling someone typically consists of a group publicly shaming an individual, followed by the refusal to engage with that person in any capacity. In other words, it’s collectively not talking or working with someone in any capacity. In the workplace, canceling can have enormous effects because it could mean a
- [Nurses Rank # 1 for Honesty and Ethics](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/nurses-rank-1-for-honesty-and-ethics/) - Why Have Rankings of All Professions Declined between 2019-2023? According to a Gallup poll during December 1-15, 2025, 78% of Americans consider nurses highly honest and ethical, making them the most trusted of 21 professions rated in Gallup’s annual measurement. Military veterans are next at 67%, followed by medical doctors (57%), and pharmacists (53%). The
- [Skills-based Recruitment is Replacing CVs](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/skills-based-recruitment-is-replacing-cvs/) - Focus is on Candidates Actual Abilities and Competencies Did you know that almost three-quarters of companies now use skills-based assessments throughout their hiring process, according to Test Gorilla's State of Skills-Based Hiring 2023 report which surveyed 3,000 employees and employers around the world. This is up from 56% in the previous year. According to Orianna
- [Building a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/building-a-culture-of-wellness-in-the-workplace/) - Mental Wellness Promotes Productivity, Happiness, and a Meaningful Workplace Experience There are a variety of definitions of mental wellness. In a piece by Mike Nichols posted in Opinion, he addresses one definition by Dr. Jane Myers of the University of North Carolina. Dr. Myers, one of the founders of the concept of mental wellness, describes it as a holistic
- [What Employers Should Do to Counteract “Quiet Quitting”](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-employers-should-do-to-counteract-quiet-quitting/) - Workplace Culture Issues Are the Key During the past few months, I have examined the workplace behavior characteristics of Millennials and Gen Z workers. I examined the concept of “quiet quitting.” Today I will look at the implications for ethical workplace behavior and success in keeping these workers happy, a critical aspect in developing meaningful
- [Professional Risks of Dating in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/professional-risks-of-dating-in-the-workplace/) - Personal Relationship Could Compromise Professional Judgment Dating in the workplace is fraught with potential conflicts of interest not the least of which is when a superior who has to evaluate an employee also dates that person. Can the supervisor rate the employees’ performance objectively? Perhaps so, but the problem is that it may appear objectivity
- [Corporate Governance Failures at Boeing](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/corporate-governance-failures-at-boeing/) - The Company Failed to Walk the Talk of Ethics I have previously blogged about the failures at Boeing in production systems, inspections, internal audits, a safety culture, and reporting to the board of directors. One lingering question is: Why didn’t the board of directors at Boeing act to disclose the problems with the production design and manufacturing
- [Gen-Z Employees: Work to Live or Live to Work?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/gen-z-employees-work-to-live-or-live-to-work/) - Views About Workplace Conditions The Deloitte Global 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey connects 22,800 respondents in 44 countries to explore their attitudes about work and the world around them. Here are four of the key findings. About 1/3 of Gen Z (born mid-to-late 1990s) and 1/3 of millennials (born between 1981-1996) expect their personal finances
- [Civility and Leadership in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/civility-and-leadership-in-the-workplace/) - Ethics Sage Speaks Out About Challenges to Civility and Ethical Leadership I have previously blogged about civility and workplace behavior. Last Monday, I posted a blog on my “Ethics Sage” blog site about the decline of civility in society. In it, I suggest that civility is not peripheral to ethics, dealing merely with manners. True
- [Confronting Harassment and Discrimination Complaints](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/confronting-harassment-and-discrimination-complaints/) - Guidelines to Promote Ethical Decision-making in the Workplace In my last post I discussed a model for ethical decision making, which can be applied to the ethical analysis of challenging issues in the HR function. Today I address the ethics of handling discrimination and harassment complaints. Most employers are anxious when faced with discrimination and
- [Cyberbullying in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/cyberbullying-in-the-workplace/) - How to Identify Bullying Behavior by Employees Workplace Bullying refers to repeated, unreasonable actions of individuals (or a group) directed towards an employee (or a group of employees), which are intended to intimidate, degrade, humiliate, or undermine, or which create a risk to the health or safety of the employee(s) including physical and emotional stress. Workplace Bullying often
- [Engaging in Workplace Retaliation](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/engaging-in-workplace-retaliation/) - Employee Protections & Workplace Harassment Workplace retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in legally protected activity. Retaliation can include any negative job action, such as demotion, discipline, firing, salary reduction, or job or shift reassignment. However, retaliation can also be subtler, as explained by the legal website, NOLO. Federal Protections Federal
- [Establishing Trust in Business](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/establishing-trust-in-business/) - Transparency is the Key The ethical climate of an organization plays an important role in organizational culture. Organizational ethical climate refers to the moral atmosphere of the work environment and the level of ethics practiced within a company. Leaders determine organizational climate and establish character and define norms. Character plays an important role in leadership.
- [Is Wells Fargo a Corrupt Organization?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-wells-fargo-a-corrupt-organization/) - CEO John Stump Pays the Price of Establishing a "Sales at all Costs" Culture I have previously blogged on my Ethics Sage website about the unconscionable actions of Wells Fargo and its CEO, John Stumpf. Much has happened in the last few weeks, so the purpose of this blog is to update the story. Wells Fargo employees
- [Signs of Ethical Collapse in an Organization?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/signs-of-ethical-collapse-in-an-organization/) - Reasons and Rationalizations for Unethical Conduct Are there specific signs to look for of impending collapse of an organization? In her book The Seven Signs of Ethical Collapse, Marianne Jennings analyzes the indicators of possible ethical collapse in companies and provides advice how to avoid impending disaster. Jennings starts with a description of ethical collapse,
- [The Ethics of Using Social Media in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-ethics-of-using-social-media-in-the-workplace/) - How Should Companies Monitor Social Media Use? This blog was first posted in February 2016 but takes on a new meaning given the increasing use of social media in the workplace and need for companies to set limits for employee use. The blog has been updated to reference best practices for social media use in
- [The Role of Management in Establishing an Ethical Culture](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-role-of-management-in-establishing-an-ethical-culture/) - Ethical Issues in the Workplace The ethical culture of an organization says a lot about what a company values. Ethics codes are one way to express the prevailing values and outlines guideposts to get to that goal. Unfortunately, many companies pay lip-service to such documents. They do not guide actions or spell out how violators
- [When to Use Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreements](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/when-to-use-nondisclosure-and-non-compete-agreements/) - Protecting Confidential Information in the Workplace Imagine you have “proprietary information or “trade secrets” that are not generally known to the public and would not ordinarily be available to competitors except via illegal or improper means. For example, trade secrets of manufacturing processes, business plans, computer programs, customer lists, and so on. To protect the
- [Sexual Harassment Charges Hit College Campuses](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/sexual-harassment-charges-hit-college-campuses/) - A New Form of 'Pay for Play' It was bound to happen sooner or later. The sexual harassment charges in Hollywood, the media, and Congress have now expanded to include college campuses. As a professor for more than 30 years, I can’t say I am surprised. The close relationship between student and professor can lead
- [Bullying in the Workplace Reaching Epidemic Proportions](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/bullying-in-the-workplace-reaching-epidemic-proportions/) - Cyberbullying Destroys the Culture of an Organization Workplace bullying refers to repeated, unreasonable actions of individuals (or a group) directed towards an employee (or group of employees), which are intended to intimidate, degrade, humiliate, or undermine, or which create a risk to the health or safety of the employee(s) including physical and emotional stress. Workplace
- [Resolving Ethical Conflicts in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/resolving-ethical-conflicts-in-the-workplace/) - How to Develop a Process to Manage Ethical Dilemmas Yesterday I blogged on my ethicssage.com website about “The Role of Management in Establishing an Ethical Culture.” The culture of an organization evolves from the values and ethical standards that should guide all actions and decisions. Today’s blog addresses “How to Deal with Ethical Dilemmas in
- [What Should You Do About Bullying in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-should-you-do-about-bullying-in-the-workplace/) - Using Title IX in Bullying Cases When we hear the term “bullying” most people think of one student who harasses another and creates a threatening environment for the latter, sometimes leading to harming oneself or suicide by the bullied student. Workplace Bullying is an organization that provides advice for those who feel they may have
- [How to Become a Principle-Centered Leader](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/how-to-become-a-principle-centered-leader/) - How to Build an Ethical Culture Warren Bennis, known as the leadership guru, wrote a book on leadership, Learning to Lead: A Workbook on Becoming a Leader. He distinguishes management and leadership as follows. “There is a profound difference between management and leadership, and both are important. Managing means to bring about, to accomplish, to
- [Does Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Belong in a College Curriculum?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/does-equity-diversity-inclusion-belong-in-a-college-curriculum/) - How Best to Teach Cross-cultural Communication and Multicultural Studies The hot topic on college campuses is whether issues surrounding equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) should be included in the college curriculum and, if so, how should it be incorporated into the curriculum. These issues have grown in importance because of recent events on campus including
- [Meeting Millennials’ Needs in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/meeting-millennials-needs-in-the-workplace/) - Maslow’s Hierarchy Can Serve as the Basis for Workplace Culture I have previously blogged about Millennials, and their workplace needs. This blog updates an earlier one and discussed information provided by Loyalty Works. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs has been around a long time. It describes the basic needs of individuals to be happy and fulfilled
- [The Professionalization of Millennials](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-professionalization-of-millennials-2/) - Drilling-down on the Workplace Reputations of Millennials I have previously blogged about the work ethic and goals of the Millennial generation. Millennials have been defined as entitled, impatient, and results oriented. These characteristics, combined with the prominent world of technology and social media, have made previous generations ask if this is simply a “results oriented”
- [Millennials at Work: What Makes Them Tick?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/millennials-at-work-what-makes-them-tick/) - Questions About the Ethics of Millennials’ Social Media Practices The Millennial generation is the largest segment of the workforce (40%) with 75.4 million individuals expected by 2020. Millennials are motivated by different factors than Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. Employers need to understand how to motivate Millennials because they bring a different perspective than Gen
- [J.P. Morgan Chase Bribery Breaches its CSR](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/j-p-morgan-chase-bribery-breaches-its-csr/) - Ethics sage “Sons and Daughters” Program Violates FCPA For seven years, between 2006 and 2013, J.P. Morgan Chase hired about a hundred interns and full-time employees at the request of government officials in China and Asia as part of its efforts to build banking relationships in the fast-growing region. The hiring, dubbed internally as a
- [Gender Bias in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/gender-bias-in-the-workplace/) - Occupational Well-Being of Women Lags That of Men Pay equity between men and women persists, with women earning 80% of what men earn. Gender bias may be even more of a problem as old stereotypes still exist, and women are judged by a different set of standards than men. Recently, more women have moved up
- [The Rise of Cyberbullying in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-rise-of-cyberbullying-in-the-workplace/) - Social Media Increasingly Used to Bully Others in the Workplace I have previously blogged about the problem of cyberbullying in the workplace and how it emanates from an abuse of power. It has been reported that most of the time cyber cyberbullying in the workplace is treated with shoulder shrugs. Employers do not see how this social
- [To Prevent Whistleblowing, Encourage Whistleblowing](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/to-prevent-whistleblowing-encourage-whistleblowing/) - Developing an Effective Whistleblowing Program Does a strong workplace ethic that promotes whistleblowing enhance the moral actions of corporations? Yes, is the short answer. As we found out during the frauds at companies like Enron and WorldCom, as well as the financial recession, corrupt organizations can only be stopped through whistleblowing. Cynthia Cooper is a
- [Audit Firms Should Not Be Allowed to Perform Nonaudit Services for Audit Clients](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/audit-firms-should-not-be-allowed-to-perform-nonaudit-services-for-audit-clients/) - The Lost Art of an Independent Audit The time has come to revisit the issue of whether all nonaudit services should be prohibited for audit clients. The accounting profession continues to struggle with independence issues when both services are provided. The threats and safeguards approach in the AICPA Code does not seem to have reduced
- [Is the PCAOB Obsolete?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-the-pcaob-obsolete/) - Defective Audits Are Not Being Adequately Dealt With The SEC removed William Duhnke as chairman of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), the U.S. audit watchdog, on June 4, 2021. This raises serious questions about the relevance of the PCAOB today and whether it has been operating as intended. In other words, is it
- [Why Do Audit Reports Have Such a High Deficiency Rate?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-do-audit-reports-have-such-a-high-deficiency-rate/) - Indicators of Audit QualityForty percent of the audits inspected by audit firm regulators had at least one finding indicating aserious problem, according to a new survey. A recent report from the International Forum ofIndependent Audit Regulators, a group of national audit regulators including the Public CompanyAccounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) in the U.S. and the Financial
- [How Diversity and Inclusion Can Make Your Company More Successful](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/how-diversity-and-inclusion-can-make-your-company-more-successful/) - Expanding the Horizons of Corporate Social Responsibility This guest blog was written by Charlie Fletcher. He can be reached at the email below. There should be no argument that diversity and inclusion must be an integral part of your business. At the most basic level, you have social, ethical, and legal responsibilities in this area.
- [Incorporating a Balanced Scorecard Approach into Social Entrepreneurship](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/incorporating-a-balanced-scorecard-approach-into-social-entrepreneurship/) - The Best Way to Measure Results of Performance in Today’s Organization Social enterprise has been a buzzword for millennials for some time now. A social enterprise is a commercial organization that has specific social objectives that serve its primary purpose. Social enterprises seek to maximize profits while maximizing benefits to society and the environment. The
- [Ethical Implications of Cheating](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethical-implications-of-cheating/) - How Can We Explain the Scope of Cheating in College? A recent survey published by The International Center for Academic Integrity reports alarming results with respect to cheating by students. More than 70,000 students, both graduates and undergraduates, took part in the study, which reported 95 percent of the surveyed students admitted to cheating on
- [What is Ethics Washing?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-ethics-washing/) - Google’s Failed Attempt to Create an Ethics Advisory Panel No, it is not about responsibly washing your clothes. Ethics Washing refers to the practice of ethical window dressing. It is where an organization gives lip service to ethics to make it seem as though it acts responsibly, but does not do anything to make sure
- [Is it Ethical to Take Credit for Someone Else’s Work?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-it-ethical-to-take-credit-for-someone-elses-work/) - Weighing Alternative Courses of Action I’m frequently asked whether it is ethical to take credit for the work done by a co-worker. The purpose of this blog is to share my knowledge on the issue and provide food for ‘ethical thought.’ It is based on the following case study. Assume you have worked for an
- [Is it Ever OK to Do Personal Things on Company Time? Ethics in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-it-ever-ok-to-do-personal-things-on-company-time-ethics-in-the-workplace/) - I receive lots of emails from readers of my ethics blogs who look for advice on workplace issues. Workplace ethics are the ethical principles that guide a person's behaviors and decisions in the workplace. These principles are no different than those in our personal lives; it’s just the context that differs. You can read my blog
- [Social Media Ethics in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/social-media-ethics-in-the-workplace/) - Managing Employee Behavior Online A version of this blog was first posted on October 16, 2012. Online social media applications are quickly gaining the mindshare of company employees and changing just as rapidly. With all the benefits that social media is bringing to the corporate world, a company faces numerous risks in its use, from
- [There are Benefits to Giving Women Greater Access to the C-Suite](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/there-are-benefits-to-giving-women-greater-access-to-the-c-suite/) - Characteristic Traits of Behavior Make Women More Moral Than Men I have previously blogged about women and the glass ceiling and how they have been lagging in C-Suite positions. Along comes a research study from the Harvard Business Review that seems to show an increase in gender diversity, but raises questions about where we go
- [What Every Senior Needs to Know About Their Rights in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-every-senior-needs-to-know-about-their-rights-in-the-workplace/) - Elder Fraud is a Growing Problem There are countless seniors today who play a vital role in the workforce. Unfortunately, there are many aging myths out there that suggest seniors are unable to work as well, as hard or as often as younger adults. These myths are not only completely false, but they can sometimes
- [What is the "Speak Up Culture" in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-the-speak-up-culture-in-the-workplace/) - Relationship to the “Cancel Culture” I was glancing through LinkedIn posts and found one by Tanya Finnie about the Speak Up Culture. Having blogged many times before about the cancel culture, I was intrigued to find out more about the speak up culture and its relationship to cancel culture. “Speak up culture” refers to a
- [Civility vs. Incivility in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/civility-vs-incivility-in-the-workplace/) - Weber Shandwick Survey Results Seem Unrealistic An annual poll on civility in society by Weber Shandwick continues to show that a vast majority of Americans – 93 percent – identify a civility problem in society, with most classifying it as a “major” problem (69 percent). Despite this high level of dissatisfaction with civility in society,
- [Dangers of Incivility in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/dangers-of-incivility-in-the-workplace/) - Treat Others Civilly and Expect the Same in Return I’ve blogged about civility in the workplace before. Today’s blog is an extension of others on this issue. Civility represents the quality of our behavior with others in our communities. This is important for business because of how we treat others signals who we are and
- [How Should You Handle Cyberbullying in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/how-should-you-handle-cyberbullying-in-the-workplace/) - Protecting Yourself Against Cyberbullies In my last blog, I addressed the cyberbullying of young children and teenagers. In today’s blog, I look at the cyberbullying of employees. This isn’t the first time I’ve addressed the problem of cyberbullying in the workplace. The problem persists, and revisiting the issue now will shed additional light on the
- [Is a College Course on Civil Discourse Really Needed?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-a-college-course-on-civil-discourse-really-needed/) - What is More Important: Learning Soft Skills orHard Skills? I recently learned that the School of Public Affairs at the American University in Washington, D.C. is attempting to combat the adverse political dialogue taking place in today’s society by launching a new project on civil discourse. This project, designed by SPA professor Lara Schwartz, is
- [Creating a Trust-Based Culture in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/creating-a-trust-based-culture-in-the-workplace/) - Psychological Safety Promotes Trust Where Employees Feel Safe Speaking Out What is Corporate Culture? The culture of an organization says a lot about what it stands for. Organizations that commit to ethical decision-making tend to instill a culture that promotes doing the right thing regardless of the cost. They view decision-making from a long-term perspective.
- [Developing A Workplace Sexual Harassment Policy and Investigation Procedure ](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/developing-a-workplace-sexual-harassment-policy-and-investigation-procedure/) - Identifying the Legal and Ethical Issues of Sexual Harassment The following blog is by Emily Henry. For additional information about her please see the last paragraph of the blog. As more sexual harassment cases continue to be brought to light, this hopefully means that more people will feel safe to report instances of sexual misconduct
- [Sexual Harassment Revisited: The Case of NY Governor Andrew Cuomo](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/sexual-harassment-revisited-the-case-of-ny-governor-andrew-cuomo/) - The Entitlement Culture of Politicians The case of NY Governor Andrew Cuomo and the sexual harassment charges against him is interesting from the point of view of entitlement. Did Cuomo feel entitled to say things to female staffers or make certain gestures that others should not do? How can we explain his actions given he
- [Ethical Considerations of Office Politics](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethical-considerations-of-office-politics/) - Playing the Game I first blogged about office politics this past February. Today’s blog repeats some of that information and adds new perspectives. Office politics affects virtually everyone in the workplace, so it is important to understand the scope of behaviors and best ways to deal with the challenges of working in a political environment
- [Ghosting in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ghosting-in-the-workplace/) - Dealing with Rejection Ghosting in the workplace is when a candidate abruptly disengages from the interview process without explanation. Ghosting occurs in different ways including not keeping employers informed of a decision, not showing up for the first day of work, and ghosting after accepting a job. Employers also engage in ghosting when they cease
- [Can Ethics Be Taught and, if so, HOW?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/can-ethics-be-taught-and-if-so-how/) - Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” (Aristotle) There are many good expressions to use in teaching ethics to college students. I find students remember important points by using expressions, writing them on the board, and discussing them every day, so it is etched in their minds that these are ways of being
- [Cancel Culture in Higher Education](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/cancel-culture-in-higher-education/) - Academic Freedom Under Attack When we think of the cancel culture, what comes to mind right away is how social media is used to call someone out for their words or actions as offensive to a group. Those offended go on social media and start a firestorm of criticism against the offending party. Before you
- [EDI Courses in Higher Education: Are They Doing Any Good?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/edi-courses-in-higher-education-are-they-doing-any-good/) - Boise State's Experiences Last month it was announced that Boise State University was suspending a course following allegations that the in-class instruction had humiliated and degraded some students over their beliefs and values. The suspension affected roughly 1,300 students in 52 sections of UF 200: Foundations of Ethics and Diversity, according to the University, a
- [Is Free Speech on College Campuses Still a Concern?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-free-speech-on-college-campuses-still-a-concern/) - The Role of the First Amendment Free speech on college campuses has been under attack during the past several years. The alleged offenses seem to have declined this past academic year. Does that mean limitations on free speech on college campuses are no longer of concern? The answer is ‘yes’ and ‘no.’ Let's not forget
- [Qualities of an Effective Teacher](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/qualities-of-an-effective-teacher/) - Closing the “Teaching Gap” Recently, I’ve read a lot about what makes for a great professor. Having taught for 30+ years, I was very interested to see how I stacked up. I’ve always thought of myself as a good professor – at least in my field, Accounting. It is one where we must explain complex
- [The Cancel Culture on College Campuses](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-cancel-culture-on-college-campuses/) - Is Free Speech in Jeopardy? What does it mean to “cancel” someone? No, it’s not to cancel a transaction you did online. Today, it means to diminish someone’s significance as an influencer by personal boycott, public shaming, or simply shunning them. We call it the “cancel culture,” or” call-out culture.” Last week, President Obama said,
- [Which Skills do Students Need to Be Successful?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/which-skills-do-students-need-to-be-successful/) - It’s Time to Emphasize the ‘Soft Skills’ I recently read a post on LinkedIn by Oliver Schinkten. He talks about the skills needed by college students to be successful in the "real world." Here is a summary of those skills from his post. Adaptive Thinking: Things change quickly in the digital age and students need
- [Why Parents Cheat to Get Their Kids into College](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-parents-cheat-to-get-their-kids-into-college/) - Do the Ends Justify the Means? I recently read some of the results of a survey taken by Intelligent.com that addresses why parents cheat to get their kids accepted into college. The purpose of this blog is to share those results and give my own opinion. Intelligent.com is an online magazine centered around a lifelong
- [Operation Varsity Blues](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/operation-varsity-blues/) - The Moral Compass and College Admissions Scandal The college admissions scandal dubbed “Operation Varsity Blues” raises questions about the integrity of the college admissions process across a broad spectrum of institutions. Who’s to blame for the admissions scandal? There’s enough blame to go around, but the parents are front and center. Their attempt to get
- [Bipolar Individuals in the Workplace: Contributions and Cautions](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/bipolar-individuals-in-the-workplace-contributions-and-cautions/) - The View from Employees with Bipolar Disorder One of the most frequent comments on blogs that I have written during my 15 years blogging is those on bipolar disorder and workplace performance. The comments run the gamut from high praise to criticism for my inability to explain bipolar correctly. I think it is a good
- [The Importance of Empathy in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-importance-of-empathy-in-the-workplace/) - What Does Empathy Mean for the Workplace Culture and the Pandemic? Last week I blogged about empathy in my “Ethics Sage” blog. Today I address the issue of empathy in the workplace and characteristics of those who possess the moral trait of being empathetic towards another person. First, let’s look at the basic definition of
- [Whistleblowers Can Use Confidential Company Documents to Expose Fraud](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/whistleblowers-can-use-confidential-company-documents-to-expose-fraud/) - Have the Courts Gone Too Far in Protecting Whistleblowers? On January 26, 2018, Charles Matthew Erhart struck a blow for all would-be whistleblowers when he achieved a significant win on a critical challenge that nearly all corporate whistleblowers often face – whether they can use confidential company documents to expose fraud and other illegality. District
- [Tone at the Top Defines Ethical Culture in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/tone-at-the-top-defines-ethical-culture-in-the-workplace/) - What is Management's Role? What would you do if you discovered that a superior was engaged in inappropriate conduct? Beyond matters that deal with sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination that should be reported to the Human Resources Department, employees sometimes uncover fraudulent financial practices and are faced with an ethical dilemma whether to
- [What Does Ethical Leadership in Business Look Like?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-does-ethical-leadership-in-business-look-like/) - Doing the Right Thing and Being the Right Person Ethical leadership is a critical component of an ethical organizational environment. The systems must be in place to establish a culture of responsibility, accountability, and trust, but that matters little if top management does not walk the talk of ethics. For example, a CEO who acts
- [Sustainability is no Longer a ‘to Do’ List](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/sustainability-is-no-longer-a-to-do-list/) - Accounting for People, Planet and Profit The idea of sustainability stems from the concept of sustainable development which became common language at the World's first Earth Summit in Rio in 1992. There is no universally agreed definition of sustainability. The original definition of sustainable development is usually considered to be: “Development that meets the needs
- [Unintended Consequences of Supreme Court Whistleblowing Decision](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/unintended-consequences-of-supreme-court-whistleblowing-decision/) - Here's Why Dodd-Frank Worker Retaliation Protections Have Been Turned on Their Head Thinking about blowing the whistle on wrongdoing at your organization? Well, you need to read on because the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on February 21, 2018, in the case Digital Realty Trust, Inc. v. Somers changes the rules of the game. Employees who
- [Whistleblower Involved in Fraud Receives an Award from the SEC](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/whistleblower-involved-in-fraud-receives-an-award-from-the-sec/) - The Message: Don’t Do the Crime Unless You Want to be Rewarded I’ve blogged many times before about whistleblowing, including whether it is an ethical action. Some would say that whistleblowing is a courageous act to right a wrong, and because the whistleblower may be discriminated against for coming forward, and/or suffer the penalty of
- [What to Do About Ghosting in the Employment Decision](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-to-do-about-ghosting-in-the-employment-decision/) - Ethical Considerations Ghosting in the employment decision is on the rise. There are many reasons for it, not the least of which is the decline of respect and responsibility in the workplace. In many cases today, employers do not take the time to correspond with employees about the employment decision. This leaves employees in the
- [Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Benefits and Challenges](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/diversity-and-inclusion-in-the-workplace-benefits-and-challenges/) - Promoting EDI in the Workplace In the modern era, where technology has taken over and distances have been reduced due to globalization, workspaces are more open towards cultural diversity. To promote equal opportunity, companies are now including a diverse range of people to work with them and help them grow. According to a BCG report,
- [Lack of Diversity and Inclusion at Google Should Be a Wake-up call for the Tech Industry](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/lack-of-diversity-and-inclusion-at-google-should-be-a-wake-up-call-for-the-tech-industry/) - Cultural Issues Behind the Disparity Last week, it was reported that many Google employees and others in the tech and academic communities were furious over the sudden exit from Google of Timnit Gebru, a pioneer in the study of ethics in artificial intelligence. She coauthored a paper that highlighted how poorly commercial facial-recognition software fared
- [Should Chinese Companies Listed on U.S Stock Exchanges Be Subject to PCAOB Audits?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/should-chinese-companies-listed-on-u-s-stock-exchanges-be-subject-to-pcaob-audits/) - Making Workpapers Available to the PCAOB Might Violate China’s Sovereignty On January 23, 2014, the SEC came down hard on Chinese units of big-4 firms, ruling that these units should be barred from auditing U.S.-traded companies for six months. The ruling came after the firms failed to show the SEC their audit work and said that doing
- [The Lessons to Be Learned from McDonald’s CEO’s Sexual Harassment](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-lessons-to-be-learned-from-mcdonalds-ceos-sexual-harassment/) - Why Was the Board of Directors Asleep at the Wheel? McDonald’s is suing its former CEO, Steve Easterbrook, after an investigation found he had a short-term, consensual relationship with an employee over text and video. It also found three additional relationships with employees that were sexual in nature, including the one that triggered the July
- [Mazars and Trump: How to Cook the Books](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/mazars-and-trump-how-to-cook-the-books/) - Professional Obligations of Accountants to Clients You may have heard that Donald Trump and the Trump Organization’s accountant, Mazars USA, split up after Mazars sent a letter dated February 9, 2022, to the Trump Organization. The letter was included in a court filing and said that “the Statements of Financial Condition for Donald J. Trump
- [The Ethics of Paying a Salary to College Student-Athletes](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-ethics-of-paying-a-salary-to-college-student-athletes/) - Is Trading on the Names and Likeness a Good Thing? According to a recent survey of 2,501 college students by platform College Pulse, a majority of students support initiatives to pay college athletes and overwhelmingly support allowing student-athletes to profit off their name and image. Here are the results: 38% of students said they favor
- [Corporate Social Responsibility and Gender Equality](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/corporate-social-responsibility-and-gender-equality/) - Working From Home During the Pandemic By Laiken Shaw, September 20, 2020 The following guest blog was written by Laiken Shaw, a student at Pepperdine University. I am sure there is no need for me to explain that the coronavirus pandemic has taken a hard toll on businesses everywhere. With so many companies being forced
- [Accounting, Tax, and Regulatory Issues in the Cannabis Business](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/accounting-tax-and-regulatory-issues-in-the-cannabis-business/) - Keys to Operating a Successful Cannabis Business State legislation that permits the sale and distribution of marijuana is on the rise. Thirty-three states allow it for recreational and/or medical purposes, including the District of Columbia. Cannabis sales were estimated to be $15 billion in 2018 and projected to be about $73.6 billion by 2027. Given
- [KPMG Sanctioned by the SEC for “Stealing the Exam”](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/kpmg-sanctioned-by-the-sec-for-stealing-the-exam/) - Actions Constitute an Act Discreditable to the Profession On May 18, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced settled charges against three former KPMG LLP audit partners for improperly sharing answers to internal training exams. The exams were administered to determine whether its audit professionals understood certain accounting and auditing principles that are essential
- [SEC Investigation of Auditors Driven by Conflicts of Interest and a Lack of Independence](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/sec-investigation-of-auditors-driven-by-conflicts-of-interest-and-a-lack-of-independence/) - Is the SEC the Cause of the Problem? I have blogged before about the problems the Big Four accounting firms are having with respect to conflicts of interest and independence impairments. These concerns have moved the SEC to launch a probe into how firms manage conflicts of interest caused by the provision of nonaudit services
- [Millennials Have a Different View of CSR](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/millennials-have-a-different-view-of-csr/) - The Search for a Purpose-Driven Corporation Last week, I blogged about the social responsibilities of corporations and what their purpose should be. Today, I look at those obligations from the point of view of millennials. But first, here’s a summary of last week’s blog. Social Responsibilities of Business The incorporation of a company is an
- [Big Corporations Place Profits Ahead of Safety](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/big-corporations-place-profits-ahead-of-safety/) - Recent Examples of Corporate Ethics Failures Big corporations are failing America because they continue to place profits ahead of responsible behavior. Many use a cost-benefit analysis to conclude that it would cost too much to fix product defects compared to any benefits derived. Until recently, few if any corporate CEOs have been held liable for
- [What is Conscious Capitalism?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-conscious-capitalism/) - The Next Evolution in CSR Conscious capitalism is a relatively new concept, but a natural part of the evolution of what it means to have corporate social responsibility (CSR). Corporations need to embrace conscious capitalism if they want to be relevant as an engine for economic growth. The main difference between conscious capitalism and CSR
- [Ethics, AI, and Managing Ethics Risks](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethics-ai-and-managing-ethics-risks/) - It’s Time for Companies to Have an Ethics Committee I have blogged before about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to solve ethical quandaries and the key to using AI intelligently. Given the attention I have given to this subject in the past, it occurs to me that organizations should have ethics committees to deal
- [The Key to Ethical AI is Transparency](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-key-to-ethical-ai-is-transparency/) - Trust and Verify Artificial Intelligence systems can obscure the data in a way that creates biased information depending on the human values of those who enter the data from its source. For example, an algorithm developed from mortgage loan data might include a variable for the expectation of homeowners’ repayment of the debt. A bias
- [Workplace Ethics and AI Systems](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/workplace-ethics-and-ai-systems/) - Accountability and Trust Must Be Built Into the System Ethical issues in artificial intelligence (AI) exist because rules of the road are needed to guide what is appropriate behavior in processing data against a set of algorithms to make decisions about individuals, communities, and society. Algorithms cannot think for themselves and are, therefore, morally neutral.
- [Importance of Being an Ethical Leader](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/importance-of-being-an-ethical-leader/) - Walking the Talk of Ethics Ethical business leadership is more important today than ever before. Businesses must cope with delays in the supply chain, rising interest rates, growing inflation, and the remnants of COVID, which, in some cases, has led to a demand by employees for more remote work and less in the office. Today’s
- [Leaders Be Aware of the Signs of a Toxic Culture](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/leaders-be-aware-of-the-signs-of-a-toxic-culture/) - Here's When You Might Have a Toxic Work Culture A toxic work culture is one where employees do not feel fulfilled or safe and often complain about the dynamics of the workplace. The workplace is plagued by in-fighting, drama, and unhappy employees, and it may negatively affect productivity. Sometimes, the elements of the toxic work
- [Ways to Promote EDI in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ways-to-promote-edi-in-the-workplace/) - Overcoming Bias Last Tuesday, I blogged about the meaning of equity, diversity, and inclusion and its importance in developing an ethical organizational culture. In today’s blog, I look at ways to promote EDI. LinkedIn Survey Recent events have sparked important conversations around racial bias and social injustice, calling upon institutions and organizations to do their
- [3 Ways to Promote Wellness in the Work Environment](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/3-ways-to-promote-wellness-in-the-work-environment/) - Wellness and Emotional Health This is the first of a series of blogs on wellness. According to John Valenty, CEO of Wellness.com, "Wellness is the result of personal initiative, seeking a more optimal, holistic, and balanced state of health and well-being across multiple dimensions. In this guest blog, Karolyn Gore explores why wellness in the
- [The Ethical Aspects of Mental Health Care for Employees](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-ethical-aspects-of-mental-health-care-for-employees/) - The Importance of Supporting Employees in the Workplace From time to time, I post a guest blog when it contains important information. Today's blog is by Charlie Fletcher. You can contact her at: charliefletcher365@gmail.com. This blog was first posted in October but got caught off, so I am reposting it. Mental wellness is seeing a
- [Is the Gap Between Executive and Employee Compensation Ethical?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-the-gap-between-executive-and-employee-compensation-ethical/) - Median Pay was $14.2 million in 2021 for CEOs A few days ago, I read that pay increases for U.S. CEOs are on the rise in the post-pandemic period. Median pay rose to $14.2 million last year for the leaders of S&P 500 companies, up from a record $13.4 million for the same companies a year
- [It’s Time to Reign in Excessive Executive Compensation Pay Packages](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/its-time-to-reign-in-excessive-executive-compensation-pay-packages/) - Fairness Dictates That Workers Should Be Paid More The size of executive compensation pay packages seems to be an issue at least once a year, after information is provided on the average CEO compensation versus the average pay for a worker. It's not just a fairness issue. Every so often, we hear about a CEO
- [7 Ways to Develop Strong Work Ethics in Your Employees](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/7-ways-to-develop-strong-work-ethics-in-your-employees/) - Changing Ethics Culture The following guest blog was written by Jessica Robinson. You can contact and read her personal blog at: https://assignmenthelp4me.com/thespeakingpolymath. Ethics are the soul of your organization. They describe what kind of behavior and conduct is permissible within your organization and what’s not. But ethics don’t come alive until and unless your employees
- [Tips for Teaching Ethics](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/tips-for-teaching-ethics/) - Why Ethics Education is So Important Today! Earlier this week, I blogged about “What Should Be the Goals of Ethics Education”? In today’s blog, I expand on those thoughts to address tips for teaching ethics. First, let’s look at whether the way ethics is traditionally taught is the best approach. One thing I’ve learned from
- [Why Ethics Codes Are Important](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-ethics-codes-are-important/) - I have previously blogged about the importance of establishing an ethical culture in an organization to support the code of ethics. A code is meaningless unless top management models ethical behavior in every action and decision made. Purpose of a Code of Ethics Codes of ethics are the rules of the road for all employees to follow.
- [Discrimination Against Women in the Workplace is Alive and Well ](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/discrimination-against-women-in-the-workplace-is-alive-and-well/) - Employer Offenses and Responses Discrimination against women in the workplace occurs when an employer treats a female employee less favorably than the employer would a male employee, specifically because of the employee's gender. Today’s blog is designed to provide workplace advice to those who fall victim to workplace discrimination. Key Federal Laws Prohibiting Gender Discrimination
- [What is Cyber Culture in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-cyber-culture-in-the-workplace/) - The Ethics of Operating in Cyberspace Culture, in any form, is the way things get done. Underlying the culture is a set of values and goals that define the personality of an organization and the link between members of the organization. A company’s organizational culture broadly influences employees and business performance through values, customs, and
- [Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Is a Must for all Organizations](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-is-a-must-for-all-organizations/) - Establishing an Ethical Organization Environment This is the first of two blogs on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The second blog will be posted on June 16. Organizational ethical climate refers to the moral atmosphere of the work environment and the level of ethics practiced within a company. Leaders determine organizational climate, establish character, and define
- [Do Businesses Have an Ethical Obligation to Be Eco-Friendly?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/do-businesses-have-an-ethical-obligation-to-be-eco-friendly/) - Emphasizing Environmental Issues Appeals to Gen Z and Millennials Introduction From time to time, I post a guest blog when it contains important information. Today's blog is by Charlie Fletcher. You can contact her at: charliefletcher365@gmail.com. Charlie addresses environmental concerns that generally fall into the broader concept of sustainability. It seems that everywhere we turn these
- [Do Auditors Adequately Assess Audit Quality](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/do-auditors-adequately-assess-audit-quality/) - Measurement of Audit Quality is the Key This blog is a continuation of one I posted earlier today and follows up on a blog posted a couple of weeks ago. The question of whether audits provide useful information and protect investors has been discussed for many years. It is an important issue because if audits
- [Beware of Gaslighting in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/beware-of-gaslighting-in-the-workplace/) - How to Spot It and What to Do About It I recently read about the popularity of online searches about “gaslighting.” Merriam-Webster chose gaslighting as its word of the year. Searches on its website for the word spiked by 1,740% in 2022, most likely driven by people who were questioning if they were being gaslit
- [Are You a Victim of Gaslighting in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-you-a-victim-of-gaslighting-in-the-workplace/) - How to Deal with Gaslighting Through Your Own Actions I have previously blogged about gaslighting in personal relationships. A good resource for you to look at if you believe you are a victim of it has been posted by psycom.net. Today, I will address the issue of gaslighting in the workplace, a problem that can
- [$100,000 H1-B Visa Fee is Shortsighted](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/100000-h1-b-visa-fee-is-shortsighted/) - Creating Unintended Consequences You have probably heard that President Trump signed an executive order requiring that the H1-B visa must be accompanied by a $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visa applications filed on or after September 21, 2025. The fee is not applied to current H-1B holders, renewals, or certain other H-1B petitions, according to
- [Gen Z Employees Are Being Fired at Alarming Rates](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/gen-z-employees-are-being-fired-at-alarming-rates/) - Responsibilities of Employers, Colleges and Employees It’s alarming to me that Generation Z (Gen Z) employees are being fired shortly after they start their jobs. I was curious about the reasons, so I did some research and produced a variety of things as discussed below. What’s the Problem? Virtually all of the articles that I
- [Why Character Education Should Be Taught](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-character-education-should-be-taught/) - A Challenge for Educators Here is a bold statement. The world is going to hell in a handbasket. For many years now societies have been morphing from basically ethical, where doing the right thing guides all decisions, to one where the pursuit of self-interest and lack of caring about others is front and center. From
- [Ethical Issues of the NCAA Transfer Portal](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethical-issues-of-the-ncaa-transfer-portal/) - Is it a Good Thing for Collegiate Athletics? The Transfer Portal was created as a way for student athletes to transfer from one NCAA school to another and not have to sit out for one year. It seems to have created a ‘monster,’ in the sense that competition for student athletes can be intense with
- [Educational Implications of Using ChatGPT](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/educational-implications-of-using-chatgpt/) - Enhancing the Classroom Experience It seems like virtually everyone in education is talking about “ChatGPT.” It’s a potential game-changer for the way students research and write papers. It can also help with homework, writing skills, and to provide feedback. Some claim it’s just another learning tool and should be viewed as an additional resource for
- [Can Cheating on Steroids in Colleges and Universities be Stopped?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/can-cheating-on-steroids-in-colleges-and-universities-be-stopped/) - Who is to Blame for Lax Academic Standards? It is no surprise to college professors that academic cheating is on the rise even though virtually every university has a policy on academic integrity. The reasons are many as discussed below but lax standards by professors and indifference towards cheating can motivate students to cheat. In
- [What Educators Should Know About ChatGPT](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-educators-should-know-about-chatgpt/) - Stakeholder Responses ChatGPT, a chatbot software launched by the AI company OpenAI in November 2022, synthesizes online data and communicates it in a conversational way. The chatbot generates articulate and nuanced text in response to short prompts, with people using it in a variety of ways including their schoolwork. ChatGPT could be a useful tool
- [What is the Relationship Between Conscious Capitalism, Stakeholder Capitalism, and ESG?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-the-relationship-between-conscious-capitalism-stakeholder-capitalism-and-esg/) - Operationalizing CSR I have previously blogged about “Conscious Capitalism” and pointed out that it is a relatively new concept but a natural part of the evolution of what it means to be committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR). Corporations need to embrace conscious capitalism if they want to be relevant as an engine for economic growth. The main
- [What Does the Fraud at FTX Mean for You?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-does-the-fraud-at-ftx-mean-for-you/) - Transparency and Ethics Are the Keys to Holding the Cryptocurrency Markets Accountable? FTX was considered to be a very stable point in a very volatile world. Having them collapse or having them conduct fraudulent activity that is what’s really shocking many people and having a huge negative effect on the entire crypto world. From time
- [Too Woke or Well-Advised? Workplace Implications](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/too-woke-or-well-advised-workplace-implications/) - Analyzing the Case for Corporate Social Responsibility There is no doubt that wokeness has entered the workplace and creates challenges for ethical behavior. Some say it goes too far and politicizes the workplace. Others believe it’s simply an expression of social justice in the workplace and, as such, mirrors what’s going on in society. Discussions
- [Is the Banking System Sound? The Saga of SVB](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-the-banking-system-sound-the-saga-of-svb/) - Where Were the Regulators? The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank, and a smaller firm, Silvergate Capital Corp., reminds me of the stream of bank failures since the 1970s that have created concerns about the ability of bank officials and regulators to oversee the liquidity and risk-taking activities of banks and other
- [General Motors CEO Makes 362 Times the Median Employee](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/general-motors-ceo-makes-362-times-the-median-employee/) - Executive Pay Packages Are Out of Whack General Motors CEO Mary Barra, the highest-paid chief executive among the Big Three, made nearly $29 million in 2022. Securities and Exchange Commission filings show that this is 362 times the median GM employee's paycheck. Publicly traded companies are required to disclose the ratio of their CEO's pay
- [Discrimination Against Seniors in the Workplace is a Growing Problem](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/discrimination-against-seniors-in-the-workplace-is-a-growing-problem/) - Protecting Seniors’ Rights We are facing economically turbulent times, which may include layoffs and companies downsizing. Unfortunately, older workers often endure the most of these cutbacks because employers use the opportunity to get rid of older workers who sometimes command the highest salaries or prevent the business from projecting a “younger” image. I have previously blogged about
- [Clawback of Executive Compensation: Ethical Issues](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/clawback-of-executive-compensation-ethical-issues/) - Accountability for Restated Financial Statements On October 26, 2022, the SEC issued a final rule aimed at ensuring that executive officers do not receive “excess compensation” if the financial results on which previous awards of compensation were based are subsequently restated because of material noncompliance with financial reporting requirements. Such restatements would include those correcting
- [Are SPACs the Next Financial Disaster Waiting to Happen?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-spacs-the-next-financial-disaster-waiting-to-happen/) - What is a SPAC? The new craze on Wall Street is SPACs, or a special purpose acquisition company. SPACs are shell companies formed with the sole purpose of raising funds so it can buy an existing business. There were over 100 SPAC IPOs in 2022. They are often referred to as blank check companies because
- [PCAOB Fines Withum for Quality Control Violations](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/pcaob-fines-withum-for-quality-control-violations/) - Lack of Experience and Training is the Underlying Cause The following blog is taken from an interview soliciting my views on SPAC audit problems that was published by CFO Brew online by Courtney Vien on March 1, 2024. In case you needed more proof that the Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPAC) boom is over, the PCAOB just
- [Ethical Decision Making in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethical-decision-making-in-the-workplace/) - A Simple Tool for Ethical Decision Making in the Workplace A friend of mine, Paul Falcone, who is well known in the HR field, posted an article on LinkedIn. I greatly appreciate his letting me use it for today's blog. It has a lot of great advice. HR Managers and Business Leaders Need a Tool
- [Dating in the Workplace: The Do’s and Don’ts](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/dating-in-the-workplace-the-dos-and-donts/) - Are You Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places? Dating in the workplace is fraught with potential problems, not the least of which is a conflict of interest for a superior who has to evaluate an employee but is also dating that person. Can the supervisor rate the employees’ performance objectively? Perhaps so, but
- [Are You a Destructive Leader?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-you-a-destructive-leader/) - Characteristic Behaviors of “Leadership” to Avoid I have been reading a lot about destructive leaders. Until now, most of my writings have been about ethical leaders. For example, I have written that ethical leadership means individuals behave according to a set of principles and values that are recognized by society and relevant professions as a
- [Are SPACs on the Way Out? New Regulations are on the Horizon](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-spacs-on-the-way-out-new-regulations-are-on-the-horizon/) - SEC Comes Down Hard on Marcum LLP On June 21, 2023, the PCAOB sanctioned Marcum LLP for violating PCAOB rules and quality control standards by failing to take sufficient steps to ensure that its system of quality control provided reasonable assurance that: (1) the firm would comply with the requirements regarding the acceptance of issuer
- [Evaluating Trump's Actions and Its Effect on the World](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/evaluating-trumps-actions-and-its-effect-on-the-world/) - A Narcissistic Personality Disorder I’m back online now and reflecting on the events of the past two weeks during which time I didn’t blog because of the migration of “Ethics Sage” and “Workplace Ethics Advice.” So much is happening, in part because President Trump seems to need to be in the news every day. It’s
- [Ethics Sage Back Online](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethics-sage-back-online/) - I have been away from blogging for a couple of weeks because my host--Typepad--shut down. I have been busy migrating to WordPress. I am developing new blogs that will be posted shortly. In the meantime, there is much to discuss including Trump not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, the first stages of releasing hostages and
- [The PwC-Australia Tax Scandal](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-pwc-australia-tax-scandal/) - A Conflict of Interests The PwC-Australia tax scandal was caused by a conflict of interest between PwC's work advising the Australian government on tax laws and its work advising corporations on how to avoid those laws. This conflict of interest came to a head in 2015, when PwC leaked secret Australian Government tax plans to corporations, including Google,
- [What Motivates Someone to Blow the Whistle?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-motivates-someone-to-blow-the-whistle/) - Do Whistleblower Awards Lead to More Whistleblowing? The ethics of whistleblowing is a tricky matter. Whistle-blowing brings two moral values, fairness and loyalty, into conflict. Doing what is fair or just (e.g., promoting an employee based on talent alone) often conflicts with showing loyalty (e.g., promoting a longstanding but unskilled employee). Taken to its extreme
- [Federal Funding of Universities and Tax-Exempt Status Attacked by Trump](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/federal-funding-of-universities-and-tax-exempt-status-attacked-by-trump/) - A Case of Government Overreach I have previously blogged about the accomplishments and questionable actions by Donald Trump since assuming the office of President of the U.S. I did not tackle the question of the fairness of cutting federal funding to the elite and other universities because of the way they oversaw student behavior on campus towards
- [Cheating in College: An Ethical Analysis](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/cheating-in-college-an-ethical-analysis/) - Advice for Educators Regarding the Use of ChatGPT by Students Cheating in college is nothing new. What’s different are the new forms of cheating, which are diverse today because of the expanding areas of AI in education. In addition, the use of technology and software such as ChatGPT has created a greater opportunity for cheating
- [Paradigm Shift in Ethics Education](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/paradigm-shift-in-ethics-education/) - Giving Voice to Values The benefits of the Giving Voice to Values approach to ethical decision-making are that it involves students directly by providing them with the tools to speak out against improper behavior. Rather than a focus on ethical analysis in a sterile way, the GVV curriculum focuses on ethical implementation and asks the
- [Teaching Ethics and AI in the Business School Curriculum](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/teaching-ethics-and-ai-in-the-business-school-curriculum/) - Ethics, Accountability, and Risk Analysis Several months ago, a research paper that I had written was published in Strategic Finance. I read it over last night and decided to extract some of the material for today’s blog. AI is transforming the role of accounting and finance professionals in unprecedented ways, and knowledge of how AI
- [Can Employees Be Fired for Using Social Media at Work?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/can-employees-be-fired-for-using-social-media-at-work/) - Rules of the Road The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects us from the government interfering with our speech – meaning we can typically express opinions (even if they are offensive) without being arrested or charged with a crime. But that does not mean you can say whatever you want online without suffering consequences. It is
- [Creating a "Speak Up Culture" in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/creating-a-speak-up-culture-in-the-workplace/) - Reporting Wrongdoing Enhances Workplace Ethics I have previously blogged about the speak up culture, a phenomenon that broadly encourages employees to bring matters of concern to top management so that corrective action can be taken when warranted. What is a Speak Up Culture? Tanya Finnie addresses the issue in a LinkedIn post. She says: “speak
- [Can Ethics Be Taught to College Students?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/can-ethics-be-taught-to-college-students/) - Should We Expect Our Teaching Methods to Make Students More Ethical? There is no one answer to this question. However, research has shown that the teaching of ethics does have short-term beneficial effects but not long-term ones. This has been my experience as well. The reason is, in part, once students go to work, they
- [Empathy + Compassion = Ethical Leadership: Here’s Why](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/empathy-compassion-ethical-leadership-heres-why/) - Building an Ethical Workplace Culture Leaders should be empathetic and compassionate to set an ethical tone at the top. Absent these characteristic traits of behavior, it would be difficult for leaders to get employees to follow and commit to the goals of an organization. After all, who would voluntarily choose to work for a leader
- [WHY GEN Z IS LEAST LIKELY TO REPORT WORKPLACE MISCONDUCT](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-gen-z-is-least-likely-to-report-workplace-misconduct/) - THE IMPORTANCE OF WHISTLEBLOWING POLICIES In a recent study by Ethisphere it was stated that younger workers are more willing to report workplace misbehavior than workers from other generations, yet they are less likely to report it. The reason given is that they lack confidence in their employer’s anti-retaliation policies. In other words, they fear that by
- [The Collapse of SVB and Signature Bank: Where Were the Regulators and KPMG?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-collapse-of-svb-and-signature-bank-where-were-the-regulators-and-kpmg/) - Missing the Red Flags I have previously blogged about the collapse of SVB and the Signature Bank. In today's blog, I will update the information and probe more deeply the failings of regulators and KPMG to heed the warning signs that trouble lied ahead. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank, reminds me of
- [Is Whistleblowing a Moral Act?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-whistleblowing-a-moral-act/) - One’s Motive for Acting is the Key Is whistleblowing a moral practice? Different views exist on this important issue. Generally, the act of whistleblowing should be motivated by good intentions – i.e., to right a wrong. On the other hand, if the motive is to gain a financial reward or retaliate against a company for
- [What Should Be Included in an Organization’s Code of Ethics?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-should-be-included-in-an-organizations-code-of-ethics/) - Setting an Ethical Tone at the Top I have previously blogged about the importance of having a code of conduct for all organizations. A code of conduct establishes the ethical principles upon which the behavior of employees will be judged. It helps to distinguish right from wrong. A code provides guidelines on reporting wrongdoing, and so much
- [Relationship Between Loud Quitting, Conscious Quitting, and Quiet Quitting](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/relationship-between-loud-quitting-conscious-quitting-and-quiet-quitting/) - New Ways to 'Check Out' at Work: Dangers for the Workplace I have previously blogged about “quiet quitting.” In July 2022, a TikTok user with numerous followers posted that he recently learned about quiet quitting and said: “You’re not outright quitting your job, but you’re quitting the idea of going above and beyond. You are still performing
- [What is Ethical Intelligence in the Workplace?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-is-ethical-intelligence-in-the-workplace/) - Reviewing What Others Say About It I’ve always been attracted to the concepts of Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Intelligence. They are character traits that make for healthy relationships. However, I haven’t given them enough coverage in my blogs as it pertains to ethics in the workplace. According to ethicist Bruce Weinstein: “Emotionally intelligent people are aware of how they and
- [Does ESG Reporting Enhance the Understandability of Sustainability?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/does-esg-reporting-enhance-the-understandability-of-sustainability/) - The Challenges of Reporting ESG reporting provides a specific framework for evaluating and measuring a company’s sustainability performance. It assesses a company’s ESG-related risks and opportunities by providing a standardized approach for stakeholders, including investors, creditors, regulators and society in general, to assess corporate sustainability. The Purpose of ESG Reporting The goal of reporting on
- [The Importance of Developing Soft Skills in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/the-importance-of-developing-soft-skills-in-the-workplace/) - Cultivating Emotional Intelligence I have previously blogged about the importance of developing soft skills. In today's blog I update the discussion by addressing ways to improve your soft skills. First, it's important to understand the importance of developing these skills in the workplace. Developing Soft Skills in the Workplace I recently read an interesting article on Forbes Advisor online
- [Is there a Backlash on Reporting Sustainability Activities/ESG?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-there-a-backlash-on-reporting-sustainability-activities-esg/) - Does ESG Really Matter? Writing in their book, ESG Matters: How to Save the Planet, Empower People, and Outperform the Competition, Brown and Brown (2021) state that ESG makes sense because a responsible company that cares about its people, customers, and the environment is more likely to outperform competitors and be successful and resilient than one that does
- [Building an Ethical Culture in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/building-an-ethical-culture-in-the-workplace/) - Ethics in the Workplace When we think about workplace ethics, the first thing that comes to mind is a code of conduct that influences the development of an ethical culture and provides direction to steer the ethical climate toward right behavior. A code goes beyond what is legal for an organization and provides normative guidelines
- [Workplace Sexual Harassment & Employee Reporting](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/workplace-sexual-harassment-employee-reporting/) - Workplace harassment and misconduct affect 52% of employees who have experienced or witnessed harassment in the workplace, according to a study by HRACUITY. The study’s results are published in 2023 Workplace Harassment and Misconduct Insights. Click on the link to download the results GET THE INSIGHTS . I have previously blogged about sexual harassment. Today's blogs advance the discussion
- [How to Deal with Bullies at Work](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/how-to-deal-with-bullies-at-work/) - Characteristics of Workplace Bullying Last week I blogged about sexual harassment in the workplace. Workplace sexual harassment and misconduct affect 52% of employees who have experienced or witnessed harassment in the workplace, according to a study by HRACUITY. The results of workplace bullying are just as bad. A 2021 survey by the Workplace Bullying Institute reports that 79. 3
- [Is Workplace Wellness the Key to Happiness and Meaning in Life?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-workplace-wellness-the-key-to-happiness-and-meaning-in-life/) - Beyond Happiness and Meaning: Transforming Your Life Through Ethical Behavior It has been about five years since I published my book, Beyond Happiness and Meaning: Transforming Your Life Through Ethical Behavior. From time to time, I read about ways to bring greater meaning and enjoy a higher level of happiness in life. In today's blog I will
- [Why Do Millennials and Gen Z Lie in the Recruiting Process?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/why-do-millennials-and-gen-z-lie-in-the-recruiting-process/) - Do Recruiters Lie as Well? I have observed that college students often lie about their qualifications, skills, and grade-point average in the hiring process. It seems the younger generations (Millennials and Gen Z) rationalize lying as being acceptable more than generations in the past. Some have told me that lying is acceptable because the firms
- [Civility in the Workplace](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/civility-in-the-workplace/) - How to Build a Civil Workplace Environment I have blogged on my "Ethics Sage" blog site before about civility in the workplace and the forces that have created a decline in good behavior. The loss of civility in the workplace mirrors that of society. Today, we experience rudeness more than ever before. People we deal with may
- [Shared Values in Education](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/shared-values-in-education/) - Building Strong Relationships Among Students Shared values are the core beliefs and principles that guide our behavior in relationships and decision-making processes. Sharing values can create a shared sense of purpose and direction in a relationship, contributing to a feeling of being on the same page as others and in organizations. These values address how
- [How Do Accountants Rate in Honesty & Ethics?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/how-do-accountants-rate-in-honesty-ethics/) - Gallup Poll Provides Food for Thought I have previously blogged about the ethics and honesty of those who work in various professions based on a 2023 Gallup Poll. Gallup published its 2023 results of a survey of honesty/ethics in the professions last year. The results speak volumes about which professions are trusted by most Americans. The most ethical
- [AI-Washing Threatens Reputation](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ai-washing-threatens-reputation/) - From Ethics Washing to AI Washing I have previously blogged about ‘Ethics Washing’ in general, and blogged about it in the workplace, pointing out that it refers to the practice of ethical window dressing. It is where an organization gives lip service to ethics to make it seem as though it acts responsibly but does not do anything to
- [What You Should Do if Your Boss Asks You to Do Something Illegal/Unethical](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-you-should-do-if-your-boss-asks-you-to-do-something-illegal-unethical/) - Weighing the Harms and Benefits of Alternative Actions We would like to think that organizations run their businesses ethically and, for the most part, this is true. However, there may be circumstances when a supervisor asks you to do something illegal or unethical. There are a variety of reasons this could occur including: Examples of
- [Trump is Trying to Rewrite the Mission of Universities](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/trump-is-trying-to-rewrite-the-mission-of-universities/) - Federal Funding, Comprehensive Admissions Reform, and DEI Programs are on the Chopping Block I recently blogged about the contentious relationship between President Donald Trump and Harvard University. President Trump has threatened to cut off funding to Harvard, and other universities, ostensibly because of the way they oversaw discrimination against Jews on campus during the recent protests against
- [Do Ethics Still Matter in Business?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/do-ethics-still-matter-in-business/) - Americans' Views of Business Survey JUST Capital released its 8th annualAmericans’ Views on Business Surveyin October 2024. The results highlighted "the incredibly complex stakeholder landscape facing CEOs today, but they also provided real encouragement for corporations seeking to adopt a leadership role in society going forward." According to the article, "Survey Says Ethics Still Matter
- [Is Labeling Gen Z Workers Lazy Accurate?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-labeling-gen-z-workers-lazy-accurate/) - Benefits of Work Experience Gen Z workers complain about being labeled as lazy. One explanation that is discussed in an article by Marissa Matozzo in the New York Post is that ‘People like to talk about us but not talk to us.’ When I read this statement, it made me think about a blog I wrote in October 2024
- [Are Gen Z Workers "Quiet Quitters"?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/are-gen-z-workers-quiet-quitters/) - Distinguishing Quiet Quitting from "Resenteeism" Today's blog is the beginning of a series of blogs that will discuss Gen Z workers and whether they are any different from millennials and their predecessors--Gen X and Baby Boomers. I look at the concept of “quiet quitting” today and how it affects workplace behavior. But first, let's look
- [What Can Employers Do About ‘Quiet Cracking’?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/what-can-employers-do-about-quiet-cracking/) - Meeting Employees Where They Are At Last week I blogged about ‘quiet quitting’ and how it can affect workplace behavior. In today’s blog, I examine the concept of ‘quiet cracking’ and how it relates to quiet quitting, job performance and job satisfaction. Reviewing ‘Quiet Quitting’ Quiet quitting refers to employees who disengage from their roles
- [Court Ruling Allows Colleges to Pay Athletes](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/court-ruling-allows-colleges-to-pay-athletes/) - The Professionalization of College Athletes Perhaps you read that a federal judge signed off on a controversial change in how college sports are administered including paying college athletes of former players who were barred from millions of dollars as soon as in July 2025. The terms of the settlement of a lawsuit filed by Arizona State swimmer
- [Building an Ethical Workplace Culture](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/building-an-ethical-workplace-culture/) - Ethical Foundations Ethics is the backbone of the company. Employees want to work for an ethical company free from workplace discrimination and harassment. They want to work for a company that values their opinions, treats them fairly, takes complaints seriously, promotes transparency including having a hot line, and one that does not retaliate against them
- ['Ethics Fatigue' Can Negatively Impact Corporate Culture](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/ethics-fatigue-can-negatively-impact-corporate-culture/) - Are You Suffering from Job Burnout? I have been blogging about workplace culture for some time. Recently, I discussed the issue of ‘quiet cracking,’ which has been defined as a persistent feeling of workplace unhappiness that leads to disengagement, poor performance, and an increased desire to quit. Of course, there is more to it than that. Quiet Quitting I
- [Is AI Producing College Students Who Can’t Think?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-ai-producing-college-students-who-cant-think/) - Are College Graduates Equipped for the Jobs of the Future? I’ve been concerned about the overuse of AI systems such as ChatGPT by college students who rely on it too much. It has the potential to detract from using creative thinking in responding to questions and in creating essays and term papers. I was curious
- [Understanding the 'Values Gap'](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/understanding-the-values-gap/) - Report from Resume Now Explains Why Values in the Workplace Are Sometimes Ignored Every so often, I come across an interesting survey that emphasizes the importance of ethics in the workplace. I just read one that deals with values. This new survey from Resume Now shows a widespread “values gap”—the disconnect between corporate messaging and lived employee
- [Millennials and Gen Z Influenced by Ethics and Sustainability](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/millennials-and-gen-z-influenced-by-ethics-and-sustainability/) - Do Company Practices Affect the Acceptance of a Job or Assignment? On Wednesday, July 30, I posted a blog on my "Ethics Sage" blog sight that addresses the ethics of the Big 4 accounting firms and whether candidates for a position with the firms should check out the record of ethics for these firms. I believe, at
- [Managing Gen Z by Applying the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/managing-gen-z-by-applying-the-seven-habits-of-highly-effective-people/) - How Stephen Covey's 7 Habits Influences Behavior in the Workplace The most recent blog that I wrote on my Ethics Sage website examined how Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People might be used to discuss the relationship of these characteristic traits of behavior related to managing employees in the workplace. I am writing three separate blogs on this issue.
- [Motivating Gen Z Employees Through Engagement](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/motivating-gen-z-employees-through-engagement/) - Managing the Workplace Environment to Enhance Employee Satisfaction I have previously blogged about how The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People can be applied to Gen Z workers. As I mentioned in the first of three blogs that explore this issue, “The 7 Habits presents an ‘inside-out’ approach to human effectiveness that is centered on principles and character. Inside-out
- [Is it Time to Ask for a Mental Health Day Off?](https://workplaceethicsadvice.com/is-it-time-to-ask-for-a-mental-health-day-off/) - Focus on Your Wellbeing Have you ever felt burned out at work? My guess is most of us have felt this way at some point in our work careers. From time to time, everyone needs what many have coined a “mental health day.” It’s a day off from work or a little time to escape

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