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- [Do Faculty Members Teach Enough?](https://ethicssage.com/do-faculty-members-teach-enough/) - An Analysis of Expectations for University Faculty I have taught at the university level for over 40 years. During that time, I served as a tenured faculty member, a department chair, and dean of a business school in the California State University System (CSUS). The thorniest issue that I faced was what should be the
- [Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes](https://ethicssage.com/nothing-changes-if-nothing-changes/) - Transforming your life by Changing Behavior The other day I was thinking about how difficult it can be to change bad habits and behaviors. I reflected on my own experience. Earlier in life, I had problems controlling my temper. It took many years of therapy to make the very difficult change so that I no
- [Snatching Defeat from the Jaws of Victory: Trump Versus Iran](https://ethicssage.com/snatching-defeat-from-the-jaws-of-victory-trump-versus-iran/) - The ‘Emperor Has No Clothes’ The phrase to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, and its variants, mean: to win a battle, contest, etc., when defeat seemed inevitable. Conversely, the humorous phrase to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory, and its variants, mean: to be defeated in a battle, contest, etc., when victory seemed inevitable.
- [What Do Gen Z Want from Their Work Experience?](https://ethicssage.com/what-do-gen-z-want-from-their-work-experience/) - The Values Gap I can remember, growing up, and hearing my dad say that my generation does not have the work ethic to succeed. I suppose every generation says something like this directed towards the next generation of workers. I know he used it as a motivational tool, promising me a successful career in professional
- [Consequences of Learning and Working in an AI-Driven Environment](https://ethicssage.com/consequences-of-learning-and-working-in-an-ai-driven-environment/) - Why Students and Workers Fear the AI-Centered World Well, the commencement season has come and gone. What have we learned? It seems clear that there is some trepidation on the part of students who fear that AI-generated information will lead to a reduction in available jobs as machines do the work of student/workers. Commencement speakers
- [30th Annual Ethics Research Symposium](https://ethicssage.com/30th-annual-ethics-research-symposium/) - Public Interest, Ethics, and Sustainability Section of the American Accounting Association Sunday, August 2 in Las Vegas, NV Speakers Kathleen M. Hamm Kathleen M. Hamm was appointed a Board Member of the
- [Dumbing Down American Education](https://ethicssage.com/dumbing-down-american-education/) - U.S. Kids Are Falling Behind Their Global Counterparts I have previously blogged about the failures of K-12 education in the U.S. The most recent National Assessment of Educational Progress, known as The Nation’s Report Card, found that barely a quarter or less of students are proficient in reading, and even less are proficient in math, geography, and
- [Change is Omnipresent in Our Personal Lives](https://ethicssage.com/change-is-omnipresent-in-our-personal-lives/) - Wherever You Go, There You Are I have previously blogged about the difference between morals and ethics. In this blog, I distinguished between how each achieves its purpose of guiding right behavior. While morals are concerned with principles of right and wrong in general, ethics are related to right and wrong conduct of an individual
- [Are Morals and Ethics the Same?](https://ethicssage.com/are-morals-and-ethics-the-same/) - How to Make Ethical Decisions Ethics and morals relate to “right” and “wrong” conduct. While they are sometimes used interchangeably, there are differences. While morals are concerned with principles of right and wrong in general, ethics are related to right and wrong conduct of an individual in a particular situation. Whereas morals are customs established
- [Betting on Prediction Markets: A Cautionary Tale](https://ethicssage.com/betting-on-prediction-markets-a-cautionary-tale/) - The Human Element of Betting on Prediction Markets Prediction markets are booming in popularity and facing scrutiny amid reports of market manipulation and insider trading. In the U.S., most betting, be it on prediction markets or on sports apps, is on the outcomes of sporting events. Indeed, betting on sports accounts for between 85% and
- [Gen Z Workers Continue to Be Criticized for their Lack of a Work Ethic](https://ethicssage.com/gen-z-workers-continue-to-be-criticized-for-their-lack-of-a-work-ethic/) - Reasons for the Disconnect Between Gen Z and Employers on Workplace Values There are many surveys done 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
- [What I Have Learned from My Lifetime of Experiences in Accounting](https://ethicssage.com/what-i-have-learned-from-my-lifetime-of-experiences-in-accounting/) - Reflecting on My Career as an Accounting Professor, Educator and Researcher I have been reflecting on my past accomplishments and current views of the state of the accounting profession for a while now, a function of getting older I suppose. In this blog, I will share some of my experiences and thoughts during my lifetime
- [What Can the Dignity Index Do for You?](https://ethicssage.com/what-can-the-dignity-index-do-for-you/) - Dignity vs Civility: Is there a Difference? The Dignity Index® is a tool designed to score how political and public language promotes dignity or expresses contempt. It was created to address the growing problem of divisive speech in politics and public discourse, aiming to make “dignity” a measurable standard in communication. Purpose and Philosophy The following
- [Excellence in Accounting Ethics Education Award for 2026](https://ethicssage.com/excellence-in-accounting-ethics-education-award-for-2026/) - Outstanding Educators Are Recipients of the Excellence in Accounting Ethics Education Award The Public Interest, Ethics and Sustainability Section of the American Accounting Association has selected three academics for its 2026 Award, “Excellence in Accounting Ethics Education” including Scott C. Jackson from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Paul E. Ordyna, from the University of
- [Do Businesses Need an Ethics Judgment Rule?](https://ethicssage.com/do-businesses-need-an-ethics-judgment-rule/) - Fordham Professor Explores Whether Companies Are Allowed to Put Ethics First I was fortunate to have taught an online Accounting Ethics class for Fordham University a few years ago. Since then, I’ve kept up with what’s happening on campus and in the community. Last week I received the Fordham Now newsletter online. The topic discussed
- [The Cancel Culture and Eric Swalwell](https://ethicssage.com/the-cancel-culture-and-eric-swalwell/) - Should We Cancel the Cancel Culture? I have previously blogged about the cancel culture including its good and bad points. We haven't heard a lot about it for quite a while, so I have decided to discuss it once again in the context of what just happened to Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-California). In case you
- [Should Harvard University Limit ‘A’ Grades?](https://ethicssage.com/should-harvard-university-limit-a-grades/) - Measuring Academic Achievement May Be Easier Said Than Done I’ve been reading a lot about Harvard controlling the number of students who are awarded an ‘A’ grade. It seems too many are receiving that grade. A proposed cap on grading has students up in arms. Harvard’s faculty will vote next week on a proposal to
- [Ethics Sage One of the Best Blogs on Philosophy](https://ethicssage.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. My blogs
- [Can Ethics be Taught?](https://ethicssage.com/can-ethics-be-taught/) - If so, What Should be the Goals of Teaching Ethics? I have blogged before about the importance of teaching ethics to youngsters and college students. There are so many activities that occur in our lives that challenge us to distinguish between ‘right’ and ‘wrong.’ We need a framework to deal with such situations. In that
- [Reflecting on the Ethics of Whistleblowing](https://ethicssage.com/reflecting-on-the-ethics-of-whistleblowing/) - Richard M. Bowen's Experience The following is from Richard Bowen's LinkedIn page. "As a Business Chief Underwriter for Citigroup during the housing bubble financial crisis meltdown, Richard saw fraud firsthand inside the organization. He saw the company certify poor mortgages as quality mortgages and sell them to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and other investors. For
- [U.S. Democracy Will Not be Destroyed Because of Forces from Outside but Because of Enemies from Within](https://ethicssage.com/u-s-democracy-will-not-be-destroyed-because-of-forces-from-outside-but-because-of-enemies-from-within/) - The Lost Art of Civility and Decency The other day, I had a discussion with a colleague of mine about “The Lost Art of Civility,” something I have blogged about before. He seemed to believe that we are just now losing civility in American society. He pointed to the war in Iran, the takeover of
- [Trump Presidency: Disruptor on Steroids](https://ethicssage.com/trump-presidency-disruptor-on-steroids/) - Has Trump Crossed a “Bridge Too Far?” It should come as no surprise that I label President Trump as a disruptor. His presidency got started when he decided to mix things up, tear things down, make bold moves that could be called reckless. In other words, he was like a “bull in a china shop.”
- [U.S. Department of War Goes to War](https://ethicssage.com/u-s-department-of-war-goes-to-work/) - Why Now? What's Next? I should have known something was up when U.S. President Donald Trump changed the name of the Department of Defense to the “Department of War.” President Trump erroneously thinks that a name change will make the country’s war-like attacks on other countries acceptable. The only way to accomplish that is with
- [Gen Z Employees May Not Be Suited to Workplace Expectations](https://ethicssage.com/gen-z-employees-may-not-be-suited-to-workplace-expectations/) - Why Bosses Are Unimpressed with Gen Z College Graduates 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
- [The United States of Trump](https://ethicssage.com/the-united-states-of-trump-2/) - Self-Promotion is “Not a Good Look” President Trump seems to be bound and determined to make America in his image. He is trying to name as many things as possible after himself that it sometimes looks like his real goal is to change the name of the country. Listed below are those things that have
- [Signs that You May Be a Shopaholic](https://ethicssage.com/signs-that-you-may-be-a-shopaholic/) - Understanding the Causes of and Treatments for Compulsive Buying Disorder Do you find yourself battling uncontrollable urges? We tend to think of things like excessive drinking, smoking, eating, gambling, using drugs, and the like. Well, I do not suffer from urges in these habits. Instead, I’m what you would call a Shopaholic, which is usually applied
- [“Excellence in Accounting Ethics Education Award”](https://ethicssage.com/excellence-in-accounting-ethics-education-award/) - The intent of this award is to recognize new pedagogy for teaching ethics to accounting students. A monetary award of $1,000 and a plaque will be presented at the annual Ethics Symposium to an individual (or individuals) who has developed and implemented an innovative technique/method for incorporating ethics into undergraduate or graduate accounting courses. Typically,
- [Is the Accounting Profession a Profession?](https://ethicssage.com/is-the-accounting-profession-a-profession/) - Federal Loan Limits for Students Studying Accounting Will Be Reduced as of July 1, 2026 Perhaps you heard that the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) plans to reclassify accounting degrees as ‘non-professional.’ What’s the big deal, you might ask? Well, if you have a son or daughter who chooses to study accounting and enter what
- [Why Do Good People Compromise Their Ethical Values?](https://ethicssage.com/why-do-good-people-compromise-their-ethical-values/) - Beware of Rationalizations for Unethical Behavior Why Do Good People Sometimes do bad things, in general? In the past, I have blogged about this issue. I have explored, “What Does “Doing good by being good” mean? Simply stated, it highlights the idea that when one acts with kindness and compassion (being good) it will lead to
- [Trump Family Matters](https://ethicssage.com/trump-family-matters/) - Catch Me if You Can To say that President Trump cuts corners when ethics is involved in decision making is like saying Boeing skipped necessary steps and procedures to ensure their planes were safe. Obviously, Boeing skipped important steps and that’s why there were two crashes of 737 MAX planes with the death toll of
- [Is Trump an Isolationist or Interventionist?](https://ethicssage.com/is-trump-an-isolationist-or-interventionist/) - What’s the End Game? Most of Americans thought President Donald Trump was an isolationist when he ran for President in 2016. It was one reason he got elected. Americans were tired of endless wars, including incursions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Who could forget the site of our troops leaving that country under President Biden’s orders,
- [The United States of Trump](https://ethicssage.com/the-united-states-of-trump/) - Conflicts of Interest Are Everywhere It has taken me a long time to write this blog about President Trump’s decisions regarding conflicts of interest, primarily between a donor or governmental unit, and the Trump family. We know he likes to put his name on things as if he owns them and he makes decisions that
- [Losses From Fraud Are Uncontrolled, but are they Uncontrollable?](https://ethicssage.com/losses-from-fraud-are-uncontrolled-but-are-they-uncontrollable/) - What the 2024 FTC Data Shows About Fraud Scams I am a devoted fan of the television program American Greed. Many of its segments deal with instances of financial fraud and how it has upended the lives of so many. It also provides good advice on how to set up procedures to catch fraud so
- [Has America Become a More Racist Country?](https://ethicssage.com/has-america-become-a-more-racist-country/) - Has Social Engineering Gone Too Far? Let me answer my own question at the start. America is not an inherently racist country, but it has followed racist policies in the past. America is not a racist country, in part because it would be wrong to label all of society in that way. Most Americans are
- [The psychology of ghosting](https://ethicssage.com/the-psychology-of-ghosting/) - Ghosting and Civility The psychology of ghosting involves a fear of confrontation, poor communication skills, and avoidance of emotional discomfort. It is a self-preservation tactic used to escape awkward or difficult situations without having to directly communicate feelings. I have previously blogged about the ethics of ghosting with respect to the dating scene. Research from the online dating
- [Ethics & AI: Unanswered Questions](https://ethicssage.com/ethics-ai-unanswered-questions/) - Ethics in the Age of AI: Addressing Moral Challenges in the Era of Automation I have previously blogged about the problem of creating an ethical framework and processes for AI. AI can improve human decision-making, but it has its limits. The possibility exists that bias in algorithms can create an ethical risk that brings into question the
- [Character and Trust Are the Keys to Ethical Decision-Making](https://ethicssage.com/character-and-trust-are-the-keys-to-ethical-decision-making/) - Virtues Underlie Workplace Behavior Writer Robert McKee famously said, "True character is revealed in the choices a human makes under pressure -- the greater the pressure, the deeper the revelation, the truer the choice to the character's essential nature." This is a profound statement that I use to teach ethics to my accounting students, many
- [Corporate Irresponsibility: VW Settlement Underlies Ethical Problems](https://ethicssage.com/corporate-irresponsibility-vw-settlement-underlies-ethical-problems/) - Cost-Benefit Analysis Can’t Hide Unethical Behavior by Car Companies Finally, an agreement with German car maker Volkswagen AG. On June 28, the automaker agreed to spend up to $14.7 billion to resolve federal and state civil allegations of cheating on emissions tests and lying to customers. The company has admitted that it rigged diesel vehicles
- [Navigating the Choppy Waters of Unethical Behavior at Wells Fargo](https://ethicssage.com/navigating-the-choppy-waters-of-unethical-behavior-at-wells-fargo/) - Message From John Stumpf, CEO of Wells: Do What I Say, Not What I Do Wells Fargo is the poster child of an unethical company. We now know that its employees opened more than two million unauthorized bank and credit card accounts to meet sales projections. It cost customers almost $2.5 million in fees. The
- [Why Do We Need Ethics?](https://ethicssage.com/why-do-we-need-ethics/) - The Pathway to Principle-Based Decision Making I recently wrote a blog on my Workplace Ethics Advice site on Principle Centered Leadership. Basic principles of ethics can help us lead a more fulfilling life whether on a personal or professional level. However, our commitment to act in accordance with ethical principles is often challenged because of pressures
- [The Role of the Media in Politics](https://ethicssage.com/the-role-of-the-media-in-politics/) - Responsible Behavior Shoved Aside for Biased Reporting The media has been referred to as “The Fourth Estate” with the important function of being the news media – “the press” – and serving as the eyes and ears of the public. The traditional print and media reporting has been viewed over time as the way to
- [Can Civility in Society Be Regained?](https://ethicssage.com/can-civility-in-society-be-regained/) - Causes of the Decline of Civility in America We’ve all personally experienced it – rudeness and discourteous behavior of others. It might be uncivil behavior in everyday life, such as using crude language, cutting in line, and road rage on the highway. Maybe it relates to a workplace situation: other people not listening to what
- [The Role of Civil Discourse in Higher Education](https://ethicssage.com/the-role-of-civil-discourse-in-higher-education/) - If you’re like me, you shake your head almost daily at the increasing number of instances of a lack of civil discourse on college campuses. Whether it’s preventing speakers from sharing their views, shouting them down to prevent others from hearing those views, or escaping to a safe place on campus, an important question today
- [Free Speech Rights on College Campuses are Being Stifled](https://ethicssage.com/free-speech-rights-on-college-campuses-are-being-stifled/) - Microaggressions Can Be Discriminatory In the aftermath of Donald Trump’s victory, some colleges are looking to become sanctuary campuses. Wesleyan University, a private liberal arts college in Connecticut, became the first institution of higher learning to designate itself as such. Wesleyan states it will not assist with government efforts to deport undocumented students, faculty, and
- [Beware of Posting Critical Comments About Your Employer on Facebook](https://ethicssage.com/beware-of-posting-critical-comments-about-your-employer-on-facebook/) - What is Protected Activity? The National Labor Relations Act 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, meeting
- [Are U.S. Students Lazy or Lacking a Work Ethic?](https://ethicssage.com/are-u-s-students-lazy-or-lacking-a-work-ethic/) - Who is to Blame for the Lack of Achievement in Math and Science? The Pew Research results of a study of achievement in math and science that compares high school students around the world clearly show U.S. students are lagging behind their counterparts. The question is why. Who is to blame for these disappointing results,
- [Cognitive Dissonance and Ethical Decision-Making](https://ethicssage.com/cognitive-dissonance-and-ethical-decision-making/) - The Ethical Link Between Our Beliefs and Our Actions A highly ethical person knows his or her values, principles, and beliefs. Those values, principles, and beliefs would then determine one’s actions when faced with an ethical dilemma. A person who does not understand or fully know his or her values, principles, and beliefs might act
- [Ethics Without Indoctrination](https://ethicssage.com/ethics-without-indoctrination/) - Teaching Ethics to College Students Do you teach ethics to your college students as I do? If so, how do you avoid teaching ethics without students feeling like you are trying to convert them to one set of beliefs or another? These are important issues for us as educators. Personally, I set a goal to
- [Everyday Ethics  ](https://ethicssage.com/everyday-ethics/) - Principles of Ethical Behavior It’s not so much that The Golden Rule establishes a moral code for society as it provides guidance on how we should lead our daily lives. The Golden Rule Says to: Treat Others the Way We Want to be Treated. It is a mantra we should say over again as we
- [Should You Write That Letter of Recommendation?](https://ethicssage.com/should-you-write-that-letter-of-recommendation/) - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Recommendations for Students If I were still a teaching professor, at this time of year I would have been inundated with student requests for letters of recommendation. Alas, I retired 1 ½ years ago so this is one chore I no longer have to do. What’s more
- [The Search for a Common Set of Moral Values](https://ethicssage.com/the-search-for-a-common-set-of-moral-values/) - Do all Religions and Cultures Believe in the Same Set of Values? The existence of a common set of values across religions would go far to explain why different cultures and societies believe that the Golden Rule is the basic standard of behavior. Rushworth Kidder, the founder of the Institute for Global Ethics, wrote a
- [What are the Moral Considerations in Physician-Assisted Death](https://ethicssage.com/what-are-the-moral-considerations-in-physician-assisted-death/) - Medical Ethics and End-of-Life Decisions Morality depends on the cognitive dimension of our behavior or our thought processes – the way we conceptualize right or wrong and make decisions and reason about how we should behave. Moral issues concern both behavior and conduct. They arise when people are faced with such questions as: “What should
- [When Are Our Actions Morally Praiseworthy?](https://ethicssage.com/when-are-our-actions-morally-praiseworthy/) - Doing Good by Being a Good Person What makes one person speak out and blow the whistle on wrongdoing while another remains silent? Is it a “moral sense,” as Thomas Jefferson wrote, that instinctively motivates a person’s thoughts and actions? Is it motivated by avoiding harm to others? The other day, a reader sent in
- [Ethics According to Immanuel Kant](https://ethicssage.com/ethics-according-to-immanuel-kant/) - How Can We Determine the Right Action to Take? This is the first of a series of blogs on modern ethical philosophies. Ethics deals with standards of behavior that define how a person should act. Ethics does not describe how we act. Ethics deals with questions such as: What sort of person do I want
- [Common Sense Ethics](https://ethicssage.com/common-sense-ethics/) - Strengthening Intuitive-Based Decision Making When faced with an ethical dilemma, how do you respond? Many people simply rely on common sense to reason through the conflict and decide on an appropriate course of action. Many common things are not easy to do and may require effort and skills. This is where ethical reasoning methods come
- [Analyzing the Effects of the Cancel Culture in the Workplace?](https://ethicssage.com/analyzing-the-effects-of-the-cancel-culture-in-the-workplace/) - What are the Motivations of Cancel Culture? According to Dictionary.com, “Cancel culture is the popular practice of withdrawing support for (canceling) public figures or companies after doing something offensive or deemed to be so by one group or another.” When someone has been “canceled,” it means they cease to exist to that person. There is
- [Can Effective Altruism Create a More Caring Community of Givers?](https://ethicssage.com/can-effective-altruism-create-a-more-caring-community-of-givers/) - Targeted Charitable Giving to Benefit Society I’ve been hearing a lot about “effective altruism” and decided to do some research and devote today’s blog to the topic. I was particularly struck by the use of the term in a story about Sam Bankman-Fried and the debacle at FTX. When asked about the soaring value of
- [The Lost Art of Being a Compassionate Person](https://ethicssage.com/the-lost-art-of-being-a-compassionate-person/) - Transforming Your Life Through Compassion and Empathy I've been thinking a lot lately about whether we are a compassionate society. There's no doubt we are following a horrific event like a school shooting or terrorist attack. But are we compassionate on an everyday basis? Why is it important to be compassionate? How can we know
- [Try Mindfulness to be a More Compassionate Person](https://ethicssage.com/try-mindfulness-to-be-a-more-compassionate-person/) - How to Practice Practical Compassion I wrote a blog this past April on compassion and empathy. Lately, I’ve been reading a lot about mindfulness. Today, I explain the link between these two qualitative characteristics of behavior and mindfulness. What is Compassion? Compassion has been defined in many ways. Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary defines it as “sympathetic
- [Rules of the Road on Using Social Media ](https://ethicssage.com/rules-of-the-road-on-using-social-media/) - I first posted this piece on my "Workplace Ethics Advice" blog and received so many comments and inquiries that I decided to post on my "Ethics Sage" blog as well. 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
- [Audit Firm Professionals Have Cheated on Ethics and Internal Training Exams](https://ethicssage.com/audit-firm-professionals-have-cheated-on-ethics-and-internal-training-exams/) - How can it be that three of the big four CPA firms were caught cheating on external and internal ethics and continuing professional education (CPE) courses, given that their role as auditors is to protect the public interest and the capital markets that rely on audited financial statements? My blog today explains what happened and
- [Is the PCAOB Protecting the Public Interest?](https://ethicssage.com/is-the-pcaob-protecting-the-public-interest/) - Examining the POGO Report and Other Matters It’s been twenty years since the Public Company Oversight Board (PCAOB) was created by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). This is a good time to evaluate the mandate given to the board, its work during that period, and whether it protects the public interest. One way to
- [Is America Headed in the Wrong Direction?](https://ethicssage.com/is-america-headed-in-the-wrong-direction/) - Acting on Values or Compromising Them: What is the Right Thing to Do? A recent poll from the Georgetown University Institute of Politics and Public Service (GU Politics) clearly indicates the polarization in America. According to the latest GU Politics Battleground Civility Poll, voters are expressing a higher level of concern over the level of polarization
- [The Ethics of Self-Care](https://ethicssage.com/the-ethics-of-self-care/) - Don’t Forget To Take Care Of yourself, too Developing ways to take care of yourself can help prevent burnout. School counselors have their own ways of doing so and include supporting emotional wellness, fostering good relationships, maintaining physical health, and developing meaningful relationships outside of work. The following blog was written by Piper Mcintosh. You
- [Virtues and Values Enhance Ethical Behavior](https://ethicssage.com/virtues-and-values-enhance-ethical-behavior/) - A Framework for Judging Right from Wrong I am a big supporter of teaching virtues and values to both college students and professionals. The reason is that they lay a foundation for ethical behavior. In this blog, I will explain why. Moral Values Values are basic beliefs that govern our actions and represent the intention
- [Commercialization of Collegiate Sports Raises Ethical Questions](https://ethicssage.com/commercialization-of-collegiate-sports-raises-ethical-questions/) - Are Partnerships Between Sports Betting Companies and Universities a Bridge Too Far? The commercialization of collegiate sports is an outgrowth of the legitimization of gambling in America. It started with off-track betting, spread to state lotteries, then casino gambling, and now we have fantasy sports betting. Collegiate sports have been affected as well through agreements
- [Problems Persist Even Though Colleges Claim to Be Sensitized to the Issues](https://ethicssage.com/problems-persist-even-though-colleges-claim-to-be-sensitized-to-the-issues/) - Sexual assaults on college campuses persist and create problems that have been dealt with in varying degrees of success. It seems the problem is two-fold: (1) an environment on campus that does not treat sexual assault and rape as the important problem that it is, and (2) failing to enforce the ‘no means no’ standard
- [Can AI Be Used to Resolve Ethical Quandaries?](https://ethicssage.com/can-ai-be-used-to-resolve-ethical-quandaries/) - There Are Limits When Incorporating Ethics into AI Decision-Making Perhaps you read the article “On An ‘ethical’ AI trained on human morals has turned racist.” It claims that while machine learning software Ask Delphi allows you to ponder any moral quandary, it may not give you an appropriate response. The problem is that the response, which
- [What is the Purpose of a Corporation?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-corporation/) - Business Roundtable Issues a Public Relations Piece Have you read the “Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation” put out by the Business Roundtable on August 19? It suggests that corporations should no longer advance only the interests of shareholders. Instead, according to the group, they must also invest in their employees, protect the environment,
- [America Has Returned to the Wild West](https://ethicssage.com/america-has-returned-to-the-wild-west/) - Can Anything Be Done to Stem the Rising Tide of Gun Violence? It is alarming how so many senseless murders have occurred in the U.S. just in 2022. The country returned to its earlier days when the idea of the Wild West ruled the day. The Wild West was so named for the lawlessness of the
- [Are the Moral Values of Americans in Decline](https://ethicssage.com/are-the-moral-values-of-americans-in-decline-2/) - Disconnect Between Democrats and Republicans Moral Values are interlinked with ethical standards and establish a framework for right behavior in society. Morality in the U.S. is on the decline, which is the topic of today's blog. Is there a disconnect between the Democrats and Republicans with respect to how they view the trend in the
- [Fight or Flight Response](https://ethicssage.com/fight-or-flight-response/) - Dealing with an Abusive Relationship Have you ever been in an emotionally or physically abusive relationship? Did you agonize over whether to break away from it or stay and try to work it out? If you have been faced with such an ethical dilemma, then you were in the midst of the phenomenon known as
- [Have We Regressed into Nietzsche’s “Moral Nihilism”?](https://ethicssage.com/have-we-regressed-into-nietzsches-moral-nihilism/) - Where's the Moral Outrage? The events of last week which at least 50 people were killed and 50 wounded in an attack targeting two mosques in the New Zealand city of Christchurch, were despicable. The admissions cheating scandal in the U.S. raises serious questions about whether the large group of people involved know the difference
- [What is the Moral Message of Star Trek?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-the-moral-message-of-star-trek/) - Noninterference in Other Cultures is a Message That Resonates Today I admit it. I am a Trekkie. Readers know I have committed my professional life to upholding traditional ethical values. This is one reason I love to watch various segments of Star Trek. We can't talk about the ethics of Star Trek without addressing the
- [The Time is Right to Mandate Financial Reporting of ESG Issues](https://ethicssage.com/the-time-is-right-to-mandate-financial-reporting-of-esg-issues/) - Sustainability Disclosures Need to Be Enhanced It seems that everywhere we turn these days, sustainability reporting is discussed. From individuals to corporations and nonprofits, almost everyone is jumping on board with the idea that we all need to live more sustainable lives, including protecting the environment. Reporting on ESG Issues Sustainability issues can be related
- [Do “Modernized” Independence Rule Changes Protect Investor Interests?](https://ethicssage.com/do-modernized-independence-rule-changes-protect-investor-interests/) - Objectivity and Impartiality Replace the Strict Application of Independence Rules In June 2021, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made amendments effective for certain rules regarding auditor independence requirements (known as Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X). The intention behind these amendments is to modernize the SEC’s rules governing auditor independence and more effectively focus the
- [Examination of Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: An Ethics Perspective](https://ethicssage.com/examination-of-coveys-7-habits-of-highly-effective-people-an-ethics-perspective/) - Bringing Back Civility to Society The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, written by Stephen R. Covey, is one of the bestselling books on self-improvement of all time and one of the most influential. His self-improvement book has sold more than 25 million copies worldwide since its first publication in 1989. His book has been
- [GoFundMe Campaigns Can Create Platforms for Fraudulent Behavior](https://ethicssage.com/gofundme-campaigns-can-create-platforms-for-fraudulent-behavior/) - How Can You Know Whether They Are Real or Contrived? Perhaps you heard about the GoFundMe scam in 2017, where Katelyn McClure and Mark D’Amico launched the online fundraiser for Johnny Bobbitt, a homeless veteran, after he gave his last $20 to McClure when she ran out of gas on I-95 in Philadelphia. The story
- [It’s Time to Ban ALL Stock Trades for Members of Congress](https://ethicssage.com/its-time-to-ban-all-stock-trades-for-members-of-congress/) - Can a Conflict of Interest Be Avoided? Should members of Congress be prohibited from owning and trading in stocks? This question is receiving a lot of attention on Capitol Hill and in the press. The answer to the question seems to be a no-brainer – Yes! The simple reason is that members of Congress may be
- [What's Causing the Great Resignation](https://ethicssage.com/whats-causing-the-great-resignation/) - Why 40% of Workers Are Considering Quitting Their Jobs Soon? Have you heard about “The Great Resignation?” It is a term that describes the trend of the mass voluntary exit of employees from their employment obligations. The term was originally coined by Anthony Klotz, a management professor. Many believe that this trend of workers voluntarily
- [Cyberbullying and Emotional Distress](https://ethicssage.com/cyberbullying-and-emotional-distress/) - Why Youngsters Are Vulnerable I have blogged many times before on the dangers of cyberbullying in general, attacks directed towards youngsters, and cyberbullying in the workplace. The common element in each case is the use of social media to inflict pain on others through directed postings or anonymous posts. I am devoting two blogs this
- [How to Combat Bullying Behavior Part I](https://ethicssage.com/how-to-combat-bullying-behavior-part-i/) - Student Depression and Even Suicide May Hang in the Balance I have previously blogged about various kinds of bullying, including in-person, on social media, and in the workplace. Bullying can have significant negative effects on those bullied, such as causing depression and even suicide. This is an important topic in society today, so I’m writing
- [How to Combat Bullying Behavior Part II](https://ethicssage.com/how-to-combat-bullying-behavior-part-ii/) - Harmful Effects of Bullying: A Perspective on Protected Groups Last Tuesday, I blogged about how to combat bullying, the first of a two-part blog on this important issue affecting society. In today's blog, I look at bullying against various groups of people, including tweens, students with disabilities, students of color, and students who identify as
- [Happiness at Home and at Work Are Essential Elements of Wellness](https://ethicssage.com/happiness-at-home-and-at-work-are-essential-elements-of-wellness/) - How to Achieve Happiness in One’s Work-Life I’ve been reading a lot about a new job position that has been established in some organizations – Chief Happiness Officer (CHO). In a Wall Street Journal article, there is a discussion about Erika Conklin, CHO of a digital marketing startup, who included procuring beer and Jet Skis
- [Showing Gratitude Can Enhance Your Well-Being](https://ethicssage.com/showing-gratitude-can-enhance-your-well-being/) - Regaining Civility in Society I have previously blogged about the decline of civility in society and rampant unethical behavior that has created conflicts everywhere we look. It seems we no longer know how to disagree with each other without being disagreeable. In short, we have lost our moral compass. One way to regain a sense
- [The Keys to Building Emotional Intelligence](https://ethicssage.com/the-keys-to-building-emotional-intelligence/) - I previously blogged about how and why empathy and compassion are critical components of ethical leadership. However, this is only one-half of the story about how approaching ethics from an emotional level can enhance ethical leadership. Ethical leaders also need cognitive skills to make judgments about how best to resolve problems ethically. The cognitive side
- [Ways to Express Gratitude to Others](https://ethicssage.com/ways-to-express-gratitude-to-others/) - Ralph Waldo Emerson said about gratitude: “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” This is a broad definition, but it does show that gratitude is an
- [Cancel Culture: A Variety of Perspectives](https://ethicssage.com/cancel-culture-a-variety-of-perspectives/) - Cancel Culture: What it is Intolerance in society is being fueled by the cancel culture. Cancel culture is a manifestation of a lack of civility in society. The cancel culture is mainly an internet phenomenon where those offended by the comments of another party are denounced online by those who object to the behavior. It
- [Cancel Culture: An Ethical Analysis](https://ethicssage.com/cancel-culture-an-ethical-analysis/) - Evaluating the Rightness and Wrongness of the Cancel Culture I recently blogged about the various ways of examining the cancel culture and its effects on society, from calling someone out for their words and actions to boycotting them and shunning them from society, and everything in between. In today’s blog, I use an ethical analysis
- [Cancel Culture and Intolerance in Society](https://ethicssage.com/cancel-culture-and-intolerance-in-society/) - Bring on the “Thought Polics” Intolerance in society is being fueled by the cancel culture. The cancel culture is mainly an internet phenomenon where those offended by the comments of another party are denounced online by those who object to the behavior. It is one form of a cultural boycott that seeks to isolate the
- [Cancel Culture and Social Media](https://ethicssage.com/cancel-culture-and-social-media/) - Denying Free Speech or an Expression of Capitalism? Yesterday, I looked at the history of cancel culture. In today's blog, I examine how social media impacts the cancel culture. Social media posts reflect the historical movement from offline to online cancel culture, including bullying behavior. When we think of the cancel culture, what comes to
- [Is Being Woke a Manifestation of the Cancel Culture?](https://ethicssage.com/is-being-woke-a-manifestation-of-the-cancel-culture/) - Cultural Shift in America Are you woke? No, I do not mean just awaken from a deep sleep. In today’s parlance, I mean awoken to sensitive social issues, such as racism. The term ‘woke’ is at the center of many of the contentious political, social, and cultural debates right now. Some people say being woke
- [Few Research Center Survey of How Americans View the Cancel Culture](https://ethicssage.com/few-research-center-survey-of-how-americans-view-the-cancel-culture/) - Does it Violate Free Speech? According to a Pew Research Center Survey of how Americans view Cancel Culture, 44 percent of U.S. adults have heard at least a fair amount about “cancel culture”. They were also asked what they think cancel culture means. The results are as follows: Actions taken to hold others accountable
- [Political Correctness is the Forerunner of the Cancel Culture](https://ethicssage.com/political-correctness-is-the-forerunner-of-the-cancel-culture/) - Being Accountable for Your Words and Actions Lots of people ask me how the idea of a cancel culture comes about. I answer that it is an offshoot of “political correctness.” Political correctness (PC) refers to language that avoids offending persons of various genders, races, sexual orientations, cultures, or social conditions. One of the most
- [Should Society Cancel Historically Offensive People and Places?](https://ethicssage.com/should-society-cancel-historically-offensive-people-and-places/) - Schools are Changing the Names of Their Buildings to Placate the Cancel Culture My blog last Monday addressed the benefits and harms of the cancel culture that seeks to embarrass a person or group for their offensive comments or actions. Today, I look out when it is (or should be) culturally acceptable to change the
- [Views of Americans About the “Cancel Culture”](https://ethicssage.com/views-of-americans-about-the-cancel-culture/) - Why There Is an Ideological Divide The Pew Research Center reported the results of a survey of Americans on May 19, 2021, on their views about the meaning of the term cancel culture and, more broadly, how they feel about the act of calling others out on social media. This blog looks at those results
- [Promoting an ESG Culture](https://ethicssage.com/promoting-an-esg-culture/) - Climate Change: The New Kid on the Block information to make informed judgments about the financial condition of companies. This includes events that create possible future obligations based on the outcome of current events, where it is not known with certainty whether the outcome will create a liability for a company. For years now, a
- [What is Virtue Signaling and Why Should You Care About It?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-virtue-signaling-and-why-should-you-care-about-it/) - Understanding Political Correctness, Groupthink, and the Cancel Culture Few terms have been more confusing to me than “virtue signaling.” First, is it spelled with two “ls” or one? It seems the Brits use two l’s and the U.S. one. Nevertheless, the meaning of the word is what is most important, and there is the rub.
- [Civility is Under Attack](https://ethicssage.com/civility-is-under-attack/) - Smash-and-Grab Threatening Peacefulness in Society I've been out of touch for a while because of unexpected surgery. I'm on the mend and glad to be blogging again about compelling ethics issues, none of which is more important than the rising crime in big cities like San Francisco that have created a challenge to civil behavior
- [Empathy is Essential for Civility](https://ethicssage.com/empathy-is-essential-for-civility/) - Empathy and the Cancel Culture The cancel culture seeks to marginalize someone with whom a person or group disagrees. The motivation to do so is that they have an unwelcome point of view, even a dangerous one. They make offensive comments or engage in objectionable actions. As I have blogged about before, the goal of
- [Situational Ethics is Killing America](https://ethicssage.com/situational-ethics-is-killing-america-2/) - Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide??? Yesterday's insurgency at the U.S. Capitol demonstrates why situational ethics is killing America. No civilized society would condone the storming of the U.S. Capitol. How do we explain it? A small group of people thought it was the right thing to do. Following numerous challenges to the 2020 election
- [Ethical Reasoning: System 1 versus System 2 Thinking](https://ethicssage.com/ethical-reasoning-system-1-versus-system-2-thinking/) - What is the Best Way to Deal with Ethical Dilemmas? One of the problems in society right now is that we often do not consider the consequences of our actions until it’s too late: We’ve decided, and the outcomes were not what we had hoped for. We need to do a better job of thinking
- [Should Social Media Posts of Children Be Canceled After a Period of Time?](https://ethicssage.com/should-social-media-posts-of-children-be-canceled-after-a-period-of-time/) - The Pros and Cons I recently read about Alexi McCammond, who was known as a rising star of journalism, a young Black reporter who contributed to NBC and PBS and made it to Forbes’s 30 Under 30 list. In March, she was appointed as editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue at age 27. Shortly thereafter, racist and homophobic posts
- [The Dangers of Your Child Being on Social Media](https://ethicssage.com/the-dangers-of-your-child-being-on-social-media-2/) - What You Can Do to Protect Them I have previously blogged about whether parents should monitor teens’ social media activities. One reason is the possibility of cyberbullying when they are online, especially on certain social media sites, including Facebook…Excuse me, “Meta”. I address these issues in my book, which is referenced at the end of
- [The Dangers of Your Child Being on Social Media](https://ethicssage.com/the-dangers-of-your-child-being-on-social-media/) - What to Do to Protect Them I have previously blogged about whether parents should monitor teens’ social media activities. One reason is the possibility of cyberbullying when they are online, especially on certain social media sites, including Facebook…Excuse me, “Meta”. I address these issues in my book, which is referenced at the end of the
- [Are you ‘WOKE?’](https://ethicssage.com/are-you-woke/) - Cultural Shift in America Are you woke? No, I do not mean just awaken from a deep sleep. In today’s parlance, I mean awoken to sensitive social issues, such as racism. The term ‘woke’ is at the center of many of the contentious political, social, and cultural debates right now. Some people say being woke
- [Equity, Equality, and DEI](https://ethicssage.com/equity-equality-and-dei/) - How to Judge Justice and Fairness in Life Many people conflate the idea of equality with equity, but there are distinct differences. The purpose of this blog is to explain these two concepts and why they should be kept separate. It’s important because attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has been increasing, although it’s
- [Closing the Moral Value Gap Between Republican and Democrats](https://ethicssage.com/closing-the-moral-value-gap-between-republican-and-democrats/) - Overcoming the Political Divide I have previously blogged about the results of a poll by Gallup released on June 24, 2021, that found nearly half of Americans believe the nation’s moral values are in poor condition, and a significantly higher percentage predict those standards are only going to get worse. But the Gallup survey also found
- [Decline in Moral Values in the U.S. Caused by the Political Divide](https://ethicssage.com/decline-in-moral-values-in-the-u-s-caused-by-the-political-divide/) - Closing the Moral Value Gap Between Republicans and Democrats I have previously blogged about the results of a poll by Gallup released on June 24, 2021, that found nearly half of Americans believe the nation’s moral values are in poor condition, and a significantly higher percentage predict those standards are only going to get worse. But
- [Racial Injustice in America](https://ethicssage.com/racial-injustice-in-america/) - Is There a Case for Teaching About Critical Race Theory? I have been skeptical about the value of teaching students about Critical Race Theory (CRT), especially in K-12. However, a recent discussion with a colleague opened my eyes about what CRT means in the context of education. It’s clear to me there is a lot
- [The Causes of the Moral Decline in America](https://ethicssage.com/the-causes-of-the-moral-decline-in-america/) - Determining Rights versus Wrong Mass shootings, racial hatred, social injustice, incivility, fraud, and White Supremacy are just a few of the examples of the moral decay in America. These extreme forms of behavior have occurred because of a decline in morality and ethical behavior. Morality is the system through which we determine right and wrong
- [Utilitarian Reasoning and the Prime Directive](https://ethicssage.com/utilitarian-reasoning-and-the-prime-directive/) - What Can We Learn From Star Trek? I have previously blogged about the link between ethics and segments of the popular television show, Star Trek. In this blog, I update that blog and expand the discussion, focusing in part on the overall constraining factor on what the Starship Enterprise and crew can and cannot do
- [Has the Time Come to Implement a Program for College Athletes to Profit from Their Name, Image, and Likeness?](https://ethicssage.com/has-the-time-come-to-implement-a-program-for-college-athletes-to-profit-from-their-name-image-and-likeness/) - Implications of the Supreme Court Decision After a long battle in the courts, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the NCAA rules that limit educational benefits for athletes are not reasonably necessary to distinguish between college and professional sports. Under current NCAA rules, athletes cannot be paid or profit from their name, image, or likeness. The
- [Should College Athletes Be Able to Profit from the Use of Their Name, Image, and Likeness?](https://ethicssage.com/should-college-athletes-be-able-to-profit-from-the-use-of-their-name-image-and-likeness/) - Implications of the Supreme Court Decision After a long battle in the courts, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the NCAA rules that limit educational benefits for athletes are not reasonably necessary to distinguish between college and professional sports. Under current NCAA rules, athletes cannot be paid or profit from their name, image, or likeness. The
- [Should NBA Players Just 'Shut Up and Dribble'?](https://ethicssage.com/should-nba-players-just-shut-up-and-dribble/) - Do They Have a Right to Speak Out on Political and Social Justice Issues? Watching the NBA All-Star game yesterday, I was reminded of the recent controversy over whether athletes should speak out on issues that concern all Americans or stay silent and do what they do best. Fox News correspondent, Laura Ingraham, famously said
- [Should NCAA Athletes Be Compensated?](https://ethicssage.com/should-ncaa-athletes-be-compensated/) - Pay-to-Play and Collegiate Sports I have previously blogged about whether college athletes should receive monetary compensation for their athletic services. Now comes a new case before the U.S. Supreme Court involving whether the National Collegiate Athletic Association may impose restraints on compensation related to education and educational benefits like paid internships. Both cases have some
- [Should NCAA Athletes Receive Compensation and Paid Educational Benefits?](https://ethicssage.com/should-ncaa-athletes-receive-compensation-and-paid-educational-benefits/) - Ethical Issues Examined I have previously blogged about whether college athletes should receive monetary compensation for their athletic services. Now comes a new case before the U.S. Supreme Court involving whether the National Collegiate Athletic Association may impose restraints on compensation related to education and educational benefits like paid internships. Both cases have some things
- [Do Dark Triad Personalities Explain Aggressive Accounting?](https://ethicssage.com/do-dark-triad-personalities-explain-aggressive-accounting/) - Looking for the Red Flags of Fraudulent Financial Reporting I recently read an article that describes the results of a study that contends that some company bosses are being placed in a position of power when the company needs “aggressive earnings reports”. In such cases, recruiters are more likely to suggest job candidates with “dark
- [Looking for the Red Flags of Fraudulent Financial Reporting](https://ethicssage.com/looking-for-the-red-flags-of-fraudulent-financial-reporting/) - Personality Traits Might Give Us a Clue I recently read an article that describes the results of a study that contends that some company bosses are being placed in a position of power when the company needs “aggressive earnings reports”. In such cases, recruiters are more likely to suggest job candidates with “dark personality traits”
- [Redefining The Golden Rule](https://ethicssage.com/redefining-the-golden-rule/) - What Does it Mean in Today’s Society to “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you?” I’m a big believer in following the Golden Rule as a standard for ethical behavior. After all, how can anyone argue that the concept, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” is
- [What's the Difference Between Equity and Equality?](https://ethicssage.com/whats-the-difference-between-equity-and-equality/) - How to Judge Justice and Fairness in Life Many people conflate the idea of equality with equity, but there are distinct differences. The purpose of this blog is to explain these two concepts and why they should be kept separate. The key to distinguishing between the two is to understand how they are implemented. Equality
- [The Golden Rule and Treating Others Fairly](https://ethicssage.com/the-golden-rule-and-treating-others-fairly/) - “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you?” I’m a big believer in following the Golden Rule as a standard for ethical behavior. After all, how can anyone argue that the concept, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” is not an appropriate standard for ethical behavior? Sure,
- [Blame the Decline of Civility on the Dems and Republicans](https://ethicssage.com/blame-the-decline-of-civility-on-the-dems-and-republicans/) - Characteristics of Civility I have blogged before about the decline of civility in society. I always begin those blogs with the following statement: By age sixteen, George Washington had copied out by hand 110 Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation. They are based on a set of rules composed by French Jesuits
- [Challenges of Operating a Cannabis Business](https://ethicssage.com/challenges-of-operating-a-cannabis-business/) - Is it Legal or Illegal? I have previously blogged about regulatory and ethical issues surrounding the use of cannabis based on whether states have adopted “compassionate use” laws that permit the sale of marijuana for medical purposes. I have also written about the sale for recreational purposes. In this blog, I look at the operating
- [Cultivating Practical Wisdom](https://ethicssage.com/cultivating-practical-wisdom/) - Virtue + Practical Wisdom = Human Flourishing We gain practical wisdom through the choices we make in life. Aristotle refined the idea of practical wisdom in his classic book, Nicomachean Ethics. Ethics, said Aristotle, was not mainly about establishing moral rules and following them. It was about performing a particular social practice (i.e., being a physician) and that
- [Has Ghosting Become an Acceptable Standard of Behavior?](https://ethicssage.com/has-ghosting-become-an-acceptable-standard-of-behavior/) - Why Ghosting Can Be Harmful to Your Health I have previously blogged about the ethics of ghosting. I revisit the issue in this blog because I just read a piece about a college student who developed an “exit survey” for those who ghosted her online after dating. She asked questions like: What is wrong with
- [Have You Ever Gone ‘Cat-fishing'?](https://ethicssage.com/have-you-ever-gone-cat-fishing/) - “The Only Thing You Can Do to Make Catfish Edible is Fry Them” You’re probably wondering why I used this quote by Blake Shelton, an American country-western singer and songwriter. Shelton obviously was thinking about eating catfish, not engaging in it as online behavior. Still, the saying seems to have relevance to online catfishing practices
- [KPMG Compromises Integrity by “Stealing” PCAOB Inspection Information](https://ethicssage.com/kpmg-compromises-integrity-by-stealing-pcaob-inspection-information/) - KPMG-PCAOB Scandal Raises Questions About Oversight of the Accounting Profession In an unprecedented event, on January 22, 2018, it was announced that a former Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) staffer, Brian Sweet, who was hired by KPMG in 2015, leaked confidential information about PCAOB's plans to audit the company. Most of the leaked information
- [We Have Diversity in Society and the Workplace but Not in Thought](https://ethicssage.com/we-have-diversity-in-society-and-the-workplace-but-not-in-thought/) - Calling out the Cancel Culture I have previously blogged about the cancel culture and implications for free speech. The overall ethical question is: Is it right to target a person with whom you disagree, and use the Internet to express your outrage, get people fired, or push them out of certain circles? Canceling someone can lead
- [The Danger of Posting Critical Comments Online](https://ethicssage.com/the-danger-of-posting-critical-comments-online/) - Venting on Social Media The right to free speech is guaranteed in our Constitution. However, social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and others can limit, control, and censor speech. Federal law does not offer much recourse for social media users who object to whether and how these companies present a user’s content. It can
- [Should Auditors Rotate Every 109 Years?](https://ethicssage.com/should-auditors-rotate-every-109-years/) - The Case of GE and KPMG A new rule adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission requires disclosure of the tenure of a public company’s external auditor in the annual report. KPMG recently reported that it has audited GE since 1909. This raises the question of whether there should be mandatory audit firm rotation
- [Closing the Gap Between the Haves and Have Nots: A Call for Compassionate Capitalism](https://ethicssage.com/closing-the-gap-between-the-haves-and-have-nots-a-call-for-compassionate-capitalism/) - It's Time to Allow Employees to Participate More Fully in Stock Ownership The disconnect between Wall Street and what we now call the “woke” culture is startling. During the week ended June 5, the stock market rose 1,985 points or about 20% on the Dow, the highest increase in value for some time. During the
- [How Gen X Managers Can Prepare Millennials for Leadership](https://ethicssage.com/how-gen-x-managers-can-prepare-millennials-for-leadership/) - Performance Management is the 'Ticket' I have previously blogged about the values of Millennials and how to keep them engaged in the workplace. According to a study by the CAA Intelligence Group, 86 million millennials will be in the workplace by 2020—representing a full 40% of the total working population. Millennials are on track to make
- [Identifying the Goals of Ethics Education](https://ethicssage.com/identifying-the-goals-of-ethics-education/) - Does Teaching Ethics Do Any Good? Does teaching ethics work? If teaching ethics does no good, then why are we doing it? The answer may lie in knowing what are (or should be) the goals of teaching ethics. First, let’s discuss what ethics education is not and should not be expected to do. One thing
- [Artificial Intelligence (AI) Changing the Way Audits Are Conducted](https://ethicssage.com/artificial-intelligence-ai-changing-the-way-audits-are-conducted/) - Data Gathering Controls Can Enhance the Process Artificial intelligence (AI) broadly refers to technologies that make machines “smart.” AI continues the trend in the advancement of technology that has unleashed the practical applications, many of which can enhance the decision-making process. AI is powered by algorithms, and algorithms are driven by large amounts of data.
- [The Key to Using Artificial Intelligence Ethically](https://ethicssage.com/the-key-to-using-artificial-intelligence-ethically/) - Advice For Parents We all know that K-12 students are using digital platforms much more for personal and educational purposes during the COVID-19 pandemic. This opens the possibility that cyberbullying will occur online. Parents and kids need to know how to protect themselves during these trying times. With so many U.S. states closing schools until
- [The Ethics of Kindness](https://ethicssage.com/the-ethics-of-kindness/) - Kindness Breeds Civility We’ve heard it many times before. This person is kind. But what do we mean by kindness, and how can we tell if someone is kind? What are the characteristic traits of behavior? Kindness is generally thought of as the quality of being friendly, considerate, and generous. A kind person considers the
- [The Philosophy of Ethics](https://ethicssage.com/the-philosophy-of-ethics/) - Words of Wisdom from the Ethics Sage Do you care about others, or are you a selfish individual? Do you accept responsibility for your actions or blame others for bad things that happen to you? Do you love others unconditionally or expect something in return? These are some of the questions to ask yourself to
- [What is the Difference Between Virtue and Virtue Signaling?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-the-difference-between-virtue-and-virtue-signaling-2/) - Who is Good? You or Me? Who is Right? You or Me? I published a blog about virtue signaling back on May 28, 2021. There has been so much discussion of it since then that I decided to refresh the blog and bring my thoughts up to date. Virtue Ethics One of the differences between
- [Are the Moral Values of Americans in Decline?](https://ethicssage.com/are-the-moral-values-of-americans-in-decline/) - Causes, Effects, and Solutions Anyone who has read my blog over the years knows I believe that the moral values of Americans are in decline. This is an important issue to discuss, especially in light of the debate between former President Trump and President Joe Biden tomorrow night. Should we care about the perceived moral
- [Is it Time to Reconfigure the PCAOB?](https://ethicssage.com/is-it-time-to-reconfigure-the-pcaob/) - What is the Public Interest? It’s been about 18 years since Congress created the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board in response to widespread fraud in the financial statements of the likes of Enron and WorldCom. Given the high rate of audit deficiencies identified in PCAOB inspections of public company audits, the time is right to
- [Operation Varsity Blues Revisited](https://ethicssage.com/operation-varsity-blues-revisited/) - Analyzing Motives for Behavior What motivates a parent to bribe key people to get their kid admitted to a prestigious university? That is the ethical question of “Operation Varsity Blues.” In March 2019, the story broke of an alarming fraudulent scheme by parents to pay off middleman, William “Rick” Singer, and athletic coaches to give
- [What Students Need to Know About ESG](https://ethicssage.com/what-students-need-to-know-about-esg/) - Challenges and Opportunities for Disclosure I have already blogged about the importance of gathering and disclosing ESG data (environment, social, and governance) and how it affects operational and investment decisions. In this blog, I repeat some of the most salient facts and suggest that ESG should be taught to students. I believe the best courses
- [Will Recent Events Impact University and Corporate Programs on DEI?](https://ethicssage.com/will-recent-events-impact-university-and-corporate-programs-on-dei/) - Building an Ethical Culture: The Role of DEI. Today’s businesses are held to a higher ethical standard than ever before. The meteoric rise of social media means that brands across the world are finally being held accountable for their actions by the general public. This includes programs on diversity, equity, and inclusion. However, recent events
- [Will U.S Students Be Able to Catch Up to Their Foreign Counterparts in Reading and Math Skills?](https://ethicssage.com/will-u-s-students-be-able-to-catch-up-to-their-foreign-counterparts-in-reading-and-math-skills-2/) - Who or What Should Be Blamed You may have read recently in The Wall Street Journal or elsewhere that the reading skills of American students are deteriorating further, according to new national test scores. Compared with 2019 results, eighth-grade reading scores are now down eight points. Reading scores are down five points in both grades. And in
- [What Motivates Someone to Blow the Whistle?](https://ethicssage.com/what-motivates-someone-to-blow-the-whistle-2/) - 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
- [When Should You Blow the Whistle?](https://ethicssage.com/when-should-you-blow-the-whistle/) - 02/29/2024A Cautionary TaleI’ve always been intrigued by the philosophy of whistleblowing. It is an act of conscience and notmotivated by self-interest.A broad view of whistleblowing is the disclosure by organization members (former or current) of illegal,immoral, or illegitimate practices under the control of their employers, to persons or organizations thatmay be able to affect action.
- [Is There a ‘Best’ Way to Teach Ethics?](https://ethicssage.com/is-there-a-best-way-to-teach-ethics-2/) - Ethical Relativism: A Cautionary Tale I have blogged before about the importance of teaching ethics to youngsters and college students. There are so many activities that occur in our lives that challenge us to distinguish between ‘right’ and ‘wrong.’ We need a framework to deal with such situations. Someone I interact with online and an
- [The Use of Marijuana: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly](https://ethicssage.com/the-use-of-marijuana-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/) - Do the Benefits Exceed the Costs? The use of marijuana has been increasing over the years as a result of additional states permitting it for medicinal purposes and, more recently, states are allowing it for recreational uses. As of 2024, 38 U.S. states have legalized the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. Additionally, Washington, D.C.,
- [The Lost Art of Civility Revisited](https://ethicssage.com/the-lost-art-of-civility-revisited/) - Can We Save Society from Rampant Incivility? By age sixteen, George Washington had copied out by hand, 110 Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior In Company and Conversation. They are based on a set of rules composed by French Jesuits in 1595. The first rule is: “Every Action done in Company, ought to be with Some Sign of
- [The Role of Conscious Capitalism in Ethical Capitalism](https://ethicssage.com/the-role-of-conscious-capitalism-in-ethical-capitalism/) - Core Principles of Ethical Capitalism To understand the concept of Ethical Capitalism, we have to first consider concepts such as Conscious or Responsible Capitalism. Conscious or Responsible Capitalism is a philosophy that integrates social and environmental well-being with traditional profit-driven business models. It proposes that companies can and should function as forces for good by being accountable
- [The Fallacy of DEI](https://ethicssage.com/the-fallacy-of-dei/) - The Decline of Moral Values in Society I have blogged many times before about the decline of moral values in America. We are falling off a cliff in that regard. Let’s face it: We have lost our moral compass as a society and it’s likely to get worse before it gets better. Just consider the following: Gun
- [Senior Rights and Protections in the Workplace](https://ethicssage.com/senior-rights-and-protections-in-the-workplace-2/) - Dealing with Age Discrimination We are facing economically turbulent times, which may include layoffs and companies downsizing. Unfortunately, older workers often bear the brunt 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
- [Regulatory Actions Taken Against Boeing: The Problems with 737 MAX](https://ethicssage.com/regulatory-actions-taken-against-boeing-the-problems-with-737-max/) - Ignoring Quality Controls to Maximize Profits The case of Boeing and its manufacturing deficiencies and production flaws is a tale of what can happen when a company puts profitability over safety. Most readers will be aware of the Boeing airplane crashes between 2018 and 2024 that threatened the very existence of a manufacturing company whose
- [NCAA Proposal Addresses “the Elephant in the Room”](https://ethicssage.com/ncaa-proposal-addresses-the-elephant-in-the-room/) - Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh was recently quoted as saying: “What I don’t understand…is how the NCAA, television networks, conferences, universities and coaches can continue to pull in millions—and in some cases billions—of dollars of revenue off the efforts of college student-athletes across the country without providing enough opportunity to share in the ever-increasing revenues.”
- [Lack of Impulse Control is the Root Cause of Mass Shootings](https://ethicssage.com/lack-of-impulse-control-is-the-root-cause-of-mass-shootings/) - Analyzing the Causes and Possible Solutions to Gun Violence in Our Schools Add impulse control to the list of reasons mass shootings occur, especially at our schools. The shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin by a 15-year-old female student that left three dead, including the shooter from a self-inflicted wound, and six
- [Is Your Organization Practicing Ethics Washing?](https://ethicssage.com/is-your-organization-practicing-ethics-washing/) - Do What We Say, Not What We Do No, it is not about washing your clothes in a responsible way. 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
- [Have Americans Grown Too Soft?](https://ethicssage.com/have-americans-grown-too-soft/) - Who Will Defend the U.S. in Case of War? A new poll from Echelon Insights shows the alarming result that 72% of American voters would not be willing to volunteer to fight for their country if the U.S. faced a major conflict. Twenty-one percent said they are willing to volunteer. These results are staggering and raise so
- [Does ESG Reporting Matter?](https://ethicssage.com/does-esg-reporting-matter/) - Measuring Sustainability Performance I have previously blogged about the link between ESG reporting and sustainability. In this blog, I will briefly address the question of whether gathering and reporting ESG data really matters. 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
- [Cultivating Moral Resilience](https://ethicssage.com/cultivating-moral-resilience/) - The Antidote for Powerlessness Last week I blogged about the concept of moral distress. Moral distress is defined as knowing what to do in an ethical situation but not being allowed to do it. Moral distress is the feeling that we've compromised ourselves due to external forces beyond our control. Powerlessness is at the heart of moral distress. Moral resilience
- [Business & Society: The Ethical Use of AI](https://ethicssage.com/business-society-the-ethical-use-of-ai/) - Trust in Business and Accountability is the Key According to a poll issued by Bentley University and Gallup released on September 12, 2024, the 2024 Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report, for the third consecutive year, a majority of Americans continue to see businesses as having a positive effect on people’s lives. The results are based on a Gallup poll
- [Boeing: Putting Profits Ahead of Safety](https://ethicssage.com/boeing-putting-profits-ahead-of-safety/) - How Corporate Culture Drove Decision-Making The story of Boeing is it placed profits ahead of safety and the result has been a series of crashes/mechanical problems that have led to inspections by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and litigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In this blog I will address the culture
- [The Growing Costs of Incivility Are Negatively Affecting Business Performance](https://ethicssage.com/the-growing-costs-of-incivility-are-negatively-affecting-business-performance/) - The Security Executive Council’s Analysis Recently, I read a study by The Security Executive Council that identifies increasing incidence of incivility and related negative behaviors, including rule breaking, disorder, and violence, that is costing U.S. businesses billions of dollars in lost productivity and absenteeism attributable to incivility. The report identifies environments such as retail floors,
- [Evaluating Trump's Actions and Its Effect on the World](https://ethicssage.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://ethicssage.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
- [Bringing Civility Back to the Classroom](https://ethicssage.com/the-biggest-shifts-and-trends-driving-short-and-long-term-growth-in-the-future/) - Can Civility Be Measured in a Non-Academic Sense? I recently read a piece by Sarah D. Sparks, Colleges Will Give a Leg Up to Students Who Demonstrate Civility, posted on Education Week, that some colleges are going to give a “leg up” to certain applicants, based on civility determinations, which will provide a preferential advantage in the admissions process.
- [The Importance of Critical Thinking Skills in Educating the Whole Person](https://ethicssage.com/the-importance-of-critical-thinking-skills-in-educating-the-whole-person/) - Think Before You Act! Most educators are aware of the importance of technical skills in STEM subjects but do not necessarily recognize the importance of “soft skills” to carry out technical skills in a way that communicates personal values and logical thinking. Soft skills provide a foundation to analyze and apply decision-making effectively in many
- [Focus On What You Can Do Rather Than on What You Can’t Do](https://ethicssage.com/focus-on-what-you-can-do-rather-than-on-what-you-cant-do/) - You Cannot Control What Happens Outside Many of us obsess over the things we can’t change. One of the worst things in life is for something bad to happen to you and you can’t control it. It’s happened to me many times before. Typically, I obsess for a day or two and then I regain
- [The Story of FTX and Sam Bankman-Fried](https://ethicssage.com/the-story-of-ftx-and-sam-bankman-fried/) - An Example of Hubris, Incompetence, and Greed I always tell my students that the best way to learn about ethics, or the lack thereof, is through a case study. What follows is a mini-case study of the FTX fraud. Last week Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty of misappropriating and embezzling billions of dollars of his
- [What Does Morality Mean to You?](https://ethicssage.com/what-does-morality-mean-to-you/) - The Divide Between Older and Younger Americans is Widening From time to time, I come across a survey that leads me to wonder why Americans have different views about morality. Isn’t it a matter of right versus wrong? Doesn’t The Golden Rule explain it best? According to a survey by YouGov, while morality can be described
- [Moral Questions About ChatGPT](https://ethicssage.com/moral-questions-about-chatgpt/) - Is it a Valid Research Tool or a Way to Cheat the System? 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
- [Does Private Equity Ownership of CPA Firms Violate Audit Independence](https://ethicssage.com/does-private-equity-ownership-of-cpa-firms-violate-audit-independence/) - Independence Standards at Risk Perhaps you are aware that private equity firms have started to acquire a controlling interest in accounting firms, which these days are better referred to as “professional services” firms. The first such acquisition was in August 2022, when Tower Capital Partners purchased the stock of Eisner Amper LLP, a majority-owned CPA
- [Can America Ever Regain Its Civility?](https://ethicssage.com/can-america-ever-regain-its-civility/) - Why We Have Lost Our Way as a Moral Society I've never seen the level of divisiveness in America as I have for the past decade. While I have blogged about the decline of civility in America before, nothing has changed, and it has gotten much worse, so I decided to revisit the issue. Incivility has been
- [Are You Part of the “Exhausted Majority”?](https://ethicssage.com/are-you-part-of-the-exhausted-majority/) - We Need to Return to the Common Good I’ve been hearing a lot about the term “The Exhausted Majority.” It refers to the belief that generally, the American public is more flexible in their political views, fed up with polarization, believe we can find common ground, and are less active in our political discourse. Nationwide,
- [Honesty and Ethics Ratings of Professions Are in Decline](https://ethicssage.com/honesty-and-ethics-ratings-of-professions-are-in-decline/) - Americans Do Not Trust Established Institutions According to Gallup and Pew 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 profession is nurses with a 78% positive rating—high or very high in ethics. While this
- [Impulsivity and Poor Judgment Trigger Bipolar Behavior](https://ethicssage.com/impulsivity-and-poor-judgment-trigger-bipolar-behavior/) - Guidance on Dealing With Bipolar Disorder Last week I blogged about bipolar disorder and how triggering behaviors can affect relationships with others. I suggest you read that blog if you have not already done so. One reason is I discuss the symptoms and actions of Carrie Mathison, the main character in the hit streaming show, Homeland, and how her
- [Predatory Money Managers Are Increasingly Scamming Professional Athletes](https://ethicssage.com/predatory-money-managers-are-increasingly-scamming-professional-athletes/) - How Do the Scams Work? Last night I watched a segment of American Greed from years ago that explored the role of predatory money managers in professional sports. The segment presented the story of a money manager, Peggy Ann Fulford, who duped athletes including NBA Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman, former NFL player Ricky Williams and other
- [Should There be Restrictions on the Admission of Foreign Students Studying in the U.S?](https://ethicssage.com/should-there-be-restrictions-on-the-admission-of-foreign-students-studying-in-the-u-s/) - The Case of Harvard University and Chinese Students By now, most Americans have probably heard that President Trump wants to set limits and even deny the admission of foreign students to U.S. colleges and universities. The concern seems to be that Chinese students who pursue STEM degrees will gain access to U.S. technology and other
- [The First 100 Days: The Chaos President](https://ethicssage.com/the-first-100-days-the-chaos-president/) - How to Lose Friends and Influence Over Others There are many ways to characterize President Trump’s first 100 days in office. Words such as chaos are the overarching description. More specifically, we can label Trump a disrupter, unpredictable, unreliable, punitive, closed-minded, egotistical, and, perhaps, most apropos—a bully. Unethical Actions The handwriting was on the wall
- [Trump is Accelerating the Removal of Agency Heads: Should We Be Concerned?](https://ethicssage.com/trump-is-accelerating-the-removal-of-agency-heads-should-we-be-concerned/) - Trump Removes Top Government Ethics Official By now you have likely heard that President Trump removed the head of the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) from his post in one of many executive orders issued since he took office just three weeks ago. The agency’s director, David Huitema, was confirmed to the post by the
- [Trump’s Attack on Harvard University Has Created a Chilling Effect](https://ethicssage.com/trumps-attack-on-harvard-university-has-created-a-chilling-effect/) - Federal Funding of Universities and DEI Programs Under Attack Last week I blogged about the accomplishments and questionable actions by President Donald Trump during his first 100 days in office. 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
- [Trump’s Decision to Accept the Qatari Plane for Air Force One Smells Bad](https://ethicssage.com/trumps-decision-to-accept-the-qatari-plane-for-air-force-one-smells-bad/) - Ethics Run Amok President Trump’s decision for the U.S. government to accept an airplane from Qatar valued at almost $400 million to serve as Air Force One raises many ethical issues. Before examining those issues, here is a summary of what led up to the decision including why Trump decided to do it, widespread criticisms
- [Trump’s Executive Orders: Governing by Fiat?](https://ethicssage.com/trumps-executive-orders-governing-by-fiat/) - A Bridge Too Far President Donald Trump has issued 147 Executive Orders (EO) as of last week. Most Presidents would have issued much less at this point in their Presidency. An EO is a declaration by the president which has the force of law, usually based on existing statutory powers, and requiring no action by
- [Changes in Ownership Structure for CPA Firms Raises Conflict of Interest Questions](https://ethicssage.com/changes-in-ownership-structure-for-cpa-firms-raises-conflict-of-interest-questions/) - Is it Time to Break Up Professional Services Firms, aka CPA Firms? I can remember years ago when I was studying accounting that the form of ownership of CPA firms was a partnership with all partners being licensed CPAs. Over the years, the forms of ownership have broadened, in part to limit the liability of
- [Building a More Compassionate Society](https://ethicssage.com/building-a-more-compassionate-society/) - What Will It Take to Be More Considerate of Others? While many people think compassion and empathy are the same, the fact is there are important differences. By discussing each as a separate ethical value, we can begin to see how each might influence ethical behavior and the response of one individual to another’s actions
- [Analyzing the Portrayal of Bipolar Disorder in the show, Homeland](https://ethicssage.com/vehement-capital-partners-with-acme-to-bring-its-podcast-platform-to-europe/) - Understanding the Characteristic Traits of Behavior Years ago, I watched a fantastic show that is streaming online called Homeland. I decided to watch it again, seeking to bett6er understand the bipolar disorder that afflicts the main character—Carrie Mathison. The cast is terrific including the star, Claire Danes, a CIA officer from 2011 to 2020. Danes stars as
- [Building a More Civil Society](https://ethicssage.com/credit-bank-which-offers-loans-to-people-without-credit-score-has-raised-15m/) - Can We Find Ways to Come Together as a Society? I have previously blogged about civility. It’s obviously a problem today in government and politics. Some blame it on the style of communication of President Donald Trump. I understand why these critics believe this to be the case. I think it’s fair to say it’s not so
- [Leadership & Ethics Go Hand in Hand](https://ethicssage.com/leadership-ethics-go-hand-in-hand/) - Where are Our ‘Ethical’ Leaders? 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 environment.
- [Social Responsibilities of Corporations and the Public Good](https://ethicssage.com/social-responsibilities-of-corporations-and-the-public-good/) - A Critical Analysis of the Business Roundtable Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation On August 19, 2019, the Business Roundtable issued a Statement of the Purpose of a Corporation that really is a mission statement, not a plan of action. As such, it is short on details about how corporations can achieve their purpose
- [What Happened to Theranos?](https://ethicssage.com/what-happened-to-theranos/) - The Big Hustle Theranos was a privately held health corporation that was touted as a breakthrough technology company. It claimed to have devised blood tests that required only exceedingly small amounts of blood and could be performed very rapidly using small automated devices the company had developed. However, the claims later proved to be false. Here is their
- [The Bystander Effect and a Civil Society](https://ethicssage.com/the-bystander-effect-and-a-civil-society/) - Our Disconnected Society You may be familiar with the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan: A man from the ancient city of Samaria sees another man lying in the road. Many people ignored the man and passed him by, but the Samaritan stopped to help him. He followed the Golden Rule: Do unto others as
- [Cyberbullying: The Greatest Threat to Children’s Emotional Stability](https://ethicssage.com/cyberbullying-the-greatest-threat-to-childrens-emotional-stability/) - Digital Threat: Talking To Your Child About Cyberbullying This guest blog was written by Katherine Rundell. Her contact information is below. The blog was first posted in February 2022. Introduction Cyberbullying is one example that can have devastating effects on young people. Cyberbullying occurs when a bully targets a victim using online communication methods such
- [It’s Time to Wake Up to ‘Woke Capitalism’](https://ethicssage.com/its-time-to-wake-up-to-woke-capitalism/) - Should Corporations Be Encouraged to Influence the Political Process? It's well known that corporations donate to politicians of their choice. This has been going on for many years. What's not so clear is whether the concept of "woke capitalism" is ratcheting up the support in a more tangible way that creates a further divide in
- [9-Year-Old Achievement Scores Reflect the Failure of the U.S. Education System](https://ethicssage.com/9-year-old-achievement-scores-reflect-the-failure-of-the-u-s-education-system/) - Don’t Blame Covid for the Decline in Math and Reading Scores Perhaps you have heard that Math and Reading scores for 9-year-olds in the U.S. fell between 2020 and 2022 by a level not seen in decades, a troubling sign of the state of American education two years after the Covid-19 pandemic began. The Nation’s
- [Is Your Relationship at Risk?](https://ethicssage.com/is-your-relationship-at-risk/) - Keys to a Successful Relationship According to statistics, almost 50 percent of the marriages in the U.S. will end in divorce or separation. Nearly 80 percent of divorced people get remarried, six percent of which remarry the same spouse. The majority of recent marriages (58 percent) are first marriages for both spouses, although 21 percent involve both
- [What Motivates Someone to Blow the Whistle?](https://ethicssage.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
- [Civility is in Decline](https://ethicssage.com/civility-is-in-decline/) - What Can We Do About It? It will come as no surprise to the readers of my blogs that I believe civility is in decline. In a 2021 blog, I examined some examples of the lack of civility in society including: Smash and grab incidents. Mass shootings. Random acts of violence. Skirmishes that break out between two
- [Does the Trickle-down Company Culture Work?](https://ethicssage.com/does-the-trickle-down-company-culture-work/) - Communicating Organizational Values and Goals From time to time, I read about a new theory that broadens the concept of company culture. The trickle-down culture is one such example. What is Company Culture? A company culture can be defined as a shared set of values, goals, attitudes and practices that make up an organization. It
- [What is a Moral Compass?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-a-moral-compass/) - Relationship to the Law We all know that a compass is a device for determining directions by means of a magnetic needle or group of needles turning freely on a pivot and pointing to the magnetic north. The expression that your moral compass should be directed due north for ethical behavior to occur generally means
- [What is Character?](https://ethicssage.com/what-is-character/) - Making Ethical Decisions It has been said that “The true test of a person’s character is how they behave in difficult times.” John C. Maxwell is credited with making this important observation. Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. I know this to be true
- [Dangers of Cyberbullying](https://ethicssage.com/dangers-of-cyberbullying/) - Talk to Your Child About the Dangers of Social Networking The term “social network” is how we connect to other people using a platform that supports online communication, such as Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Video sharing services such as Snapchat and TikTok are popular among millennials and the Generation Zeers. The use of such social
- [Words of Caution for Educators Using ChatGPT](https://ethicssage.com/words-of-caution-for-educators-using-chatgpt/) - A Mixed Reaction From Students It is becoming clear that ChatGPT is not a fad and will continue to be used increasingly in colleges and universities. The use of ChatGPT and other AI in education can be met with resistance because its use can walk a fine line between questionable integrity and employing a valuable
- [Considerations in Deciding Whether to Blow the Whistle](https://ethicssage.com/considerations-in-deciding-whether-to-blow-the-whistle/) - Is Whistleblowing a Moral Act? Whistleblowers can be seen as heroes, disloyal, or even selfish if, in the latter case, the motivation for blowing the whistle is to gain a financial award, as is available under the Commodities Future Trading Commission (CFTC), Federal False Claims Act, IRS, SEC and the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act. Whistleblowers
- [Coping with Moral Distress](https://ethicssage.com/coping-with-moral-distress/) - Fight or Flight Response There have been events in my life when I have experienced moral distress. It typically leads me to consider whether to fight it or flee the scene. Life’s decisions are not always black or white. Typically, there are shades of gray. This creates uncertainty about what our response should be. I
- [Cultivating Emotional Intelligence](https://ethicssage.com/cultivating-emotional-intelligence/) - The Value of Soft Skills I recently read an interesting article on Forbes Advisor online that addresses the importance of soft skills in the workplace. According to the article, “Soft skills—also known as “people skills” or “interpersonal skills”—are a set of personal attributes and abilities that allow individuals to effectively interact with others in a professional setting.
- [Ethical Risks of AI in the Workplace](https://ethicssage.com/ethical-risks-of-ai-in-the-workplace/) - Creating an Ethical Framework to Mitigate Risk Today's blog is an update to one previously posted about ethical risks of AI. I've added to it a discussion in the Harvard Business Review (HBR). A brief summary follows. Concerns About Ethical Risks According to the HBR article, for companies that use AI, risk aversion is a top
- [The Role of Collectives in NIL Agreements](https://ethicssage.com/the-role-of-collectives-in-nil-agreements/) - Are Collegiate Athletes Interests Being Well-Served? I have previously blogged about the expansion of “name, image, and licensing” (NIL) opportunities for collegiate athletes. This has spawned so-called collectives. NIL collectives are independent organizations that fundraise money for various universities and give it to attending college athletes in the form of NIL agreement payouts. Several NIL
- [What Americans Need to Know About Elder Fraud](https://ethicssage.com/what-americans-need-to-know-about-elder-fraud/) - Protecting Yourself Against Elder Fraud Abuse I recently read several articles posted online about the rise in elder fraud and how federal government agencies are dealing with them. One stands out by Laurie Archbald-Pannone is an associate professor of medicine and geriatrics from the University of Virginia that was originally published in The Conversation. Losses due to
- [Sustainability is at the Forefront of Changes in Business Education](https://ethicssage.com/sustainability-is-at-the-forefront-of-changes-in-business-education/) - Integrating ESG Into the Business/Accounting Curricula: Some Thoughts and Ideas I have previously blogged about whether ESG really matters. In this blog I look at the education needed in sustainability and ESG to prepare college business school students for the increased knowledge requirements in these areas. ESG captures mainly nonfinancial information that can create risks
- [Undetected Material Weaknesses in Financial Reporting Controls: Who is to Blame?](https://ethicssage.com/undetected-material-weaknesses-in-financial-reporting-controls-who-is-to-blame/) - Is it a Personnel Issue? Recently, a reporter from the Wall Street Journal, Mark Maurer, asked to interview me about the question: “Are companies picking a new finance chief after detecting a material weakness in their financial reporting controls, at least in part due to a shortage of skilled accounting staff?” The idea is that the two
- [What Have We Learned from Whistleblowing Cases?](https://ethicssage.com/what-have-we-learned-from-whistleblowing-cases/) - Things to Think About Before Deciding Whether to Blow the Whistle Have you ever wondered when, how, and why whistleblowing first began? I did during the time that I researched whistleblowing cases for a paper that I wrote. I believe you will find the following interesting and instructive. Background The first reported case of whistleblowing
- [Is There a "Best" Way to Teach Ethics?](https://ethicssage.com/is-there-a-best-way-to-teach-ethics/) - Being Intentional in Teaching Ethics Aristotle has said: “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” This means a lot to me as I strive to inculcate ethical values in my students. Can we teach students to be ethical? This is something I’ve thought about a lot during my 30+ years
- [Using ChatGPT in Higher Education: A Cautionary Tale](https://ethicssage.com/using-chatgpt-in-higher-education-a-cautionary-tale/) - Ethical Issues and Risks to Consider ChatGPT is a game changer. It seems that virtually everyone is talking about ChatGPT. ChatGPT is an example of an artificial intelligence system in the form of a language model that can produce humanlike text. It allows users to ask questions and receive immediate responses. It is perfect for
- [What Role Should Microaggressions Play in Discussions About Discrimination?](https://ethicssage.com/what-role-should-microaggressions-play-in-discussions-about-discrimination/) - Examining Microaggressions as a Form of DEI A psychological concept that has become a part of the discussion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is microaggressions. The term gained widespread appeal only twelve years ago, but by 2015 it had been crowned the word of the year by the Global Language Monitor. It is now rife on
- [Building Trust in Relationships](https://ethicssage.com/building-trust-in-relationships-2/) - Shared Values Have you ever wondered what shared values you have with a partner? Why would we care so much about them? One reason is a relationship may not work well without shared values. The old saying ‘opposites attract’ is not true with respect to what should be the values of a partner with whom
- [Perceptions About the Benefits of Using ChatGPT](https://ethicssage.com/perceptions-about-the-benefits-of-using-chatgpt/) - Does ChatGPT Provide Helpful Advice? If you haven't heard about ChatGPT, where have you been this past few years? It seems that virtually everyone is talking about it. ChatGPT, is an example of an artificial intelligence system in the form of a language model that can produce humanlike text. It allows users to ask questions
- [Do Teens Think It's Acceptable to Use ChatGPT?](https://ethicssage.com/do-teens-think-its-acceptable-to-use-chatgpt/) - The Ethics of Using ChatGPT A recent survey by Pew Research shows a rapid increase in the number of teens who use ChatGPT to complete assignments. While two times the number of students use it now compared with 2023, it's likely that the usage rate is higher. It's logical to assume that a student-user of ChatGPT may
- [Honesty and Ethics of Professions ](https://ethicssage.com/honesty-and-ethics-of-professions/) - Who Do You Trust...Or Mistrust? According to a Gallup poll during December 2-18, 2024, three in four Americans consider nurses highly honest and ethical, making them the most trusted of 23 professions rated in Gallup’s annual measurement. Grade-school teachers rank second, with 61% viewing them highly, while military officers, pharmacists and medical doctors also earn high trust
- [DO MILLENNIALS AND GEN Z CARE ABOUT THE ETHICS OF POTENTIAL ACCOUNTING EMPLOYERS?](https://ethicssage.com/do-millennials-and-gen-z-care-about-the-ethics-of-potential-accounting-employers/) - ACCOUNTING FIRMS' ETHICS SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SCRUTINIZED Having taught both millennials and Gen Z, I’ve always wondered the extent to which values and ethics are considered in the job search decision. Even if they want to consider it in their decision-making process, the question is how to do so. Candidates for positions can’t ask straight
- [What Does the Expression "Doing good by being good" Mean?](https://ethicssage.com/what-does-the-expression-doing-good-by-being-good-mean/) - Striving to Be a Better Person What Does "Doing good by being good" mean? Simply stated, it highlights the idea that when one acts with kindness and compassion (being good) it will lead to positive actions and outcomes (doing good). It suggests that a person's inherent goodness, their moral character, is the foundation for their helpful and
- [Why Good People Sometimes Do Bad Things](https://ethicssage.com/why-good-people-sometimes-do-bad-things/) - Cultivating Moral Values to Enhance Ethical Behavior If you are like me, there are times when you can only shake your head in disbelief when learning about someone you always felt was a good person who had done bad things in their past. Names such as Bill Cosby come to mind who, allegedly, sexually abused
- [Do People Quit Bosses or Jobs?](https://ethicssage.com/do-people-quit-bosses-or-jobs/) - Leadership is the Key I’ve often wondered whether employees leave a job because of the way they are treated. After all, it is a matter of ethics in the way superiors interact with their employees. While factors such as good pay, generous vacation time, and other perks are important, it seems as though employees quit
- [Can We Teach Students to Be Ethical?](https://ethicssage.com/can-we-teach-students-to-be-ethical/) - If Ethics Can Be Learned, it Can Be Taught Someone I interact with online and an internet buddy, Archie Carroll, who is world renowned for his work in ethics, CSR, and more, once responded to a blog I wrote years ago that addressed the question, “Can Ethics Be Taught,” with what I think is as astute an

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