Workplace Ethical Dilemma
Workplace Ethical Dilemma
BSHS/322
Sharen Washington
August 26, 2013
Theresa Edwards
Workplace Ethical Dilemma Workplace ethical dilemmas exist in every organization in the world. Where there are ethical codes, ethical morals, and care from upper management to staff in an organization creates less stress workplace that builds productivity, loyalty, and longevity from its employees. In a perfect world, there is that drama free workplace, but such is not the reality. Situations arise and the decisions to of being ethically and morally correct in unsatisfactory behavior from a company or co-worker weighs heavy on the mind. In this diverse country, many large companies have employees of different nationalities, sex, age, and education, experience, etc will experience conflicts in the workplace. Values represent the core priorities in the organization’s culture, including what drives members’ priorities and how they truly act in an organization…” (McNamara, 2010). While it is important to the standing of an organization within the community and its relationship with its employees, start with steps that take time, perseverance, shared values of the planning group, codes of ethics, and room for ongoing ethical improvement. Decisions are not always within the constraints of what we feel is the most ethical behavior within an organization. A code of ethics developed by an organization leadership and employees should exemplify the values and guidelines for behavior and punishment should violations occur. Compromises may be needed when working with financial budgeting, community needs, clients, and human resources. It is important that all involved feel comfortable without fear of some type of repercussion. A code of ethics applies to all who work within an organization; including management, Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers. Ethical behavior and decision
BSHS/322
Sharen Washington
August 26, 2013
Theresa Edwards
Workplace Ethical Dilemma Workplace ethical dilemmas exist in every organization in the world. Where there are ethical codes, ethical morals, and care from upper management to staff in an organization creates less stress workplace that builds productivity, loyalty, and longevity from its employees. In a perfect world, there is that drama free workplace, but such is not the reality. Situations arise and the decisions to of being ethically and morally correct in unsatisfactory behavior from a company or co-worker weighs heavy on the mind. In this diverse country, many large companies have employees of different nationalities, sex, age, and education, experience, etc will experience conflicts in the workplace. Values represent the core priorities in the organization’s culture, including what drives members’ priorities and how they truly act in an organization…” (McNamara, 2010). While it is important to the standing of an organization within the community and its relationship with its employees, start with steps that take time, perseverance, shared values of the planning group, codes of ethics, and room for ongoing ethical improvement. Decisions are not always within the constraints of what we feel is the most ethical behavior within an organization. A code of ethics developed by an organization leadership and employees should exemplify the values and guidelines for behavior and punishment should violations occur. Compromises may be needed when working with financial budgeting, community needs, clients, and human resources. It is important that all involved feel comfortable without fear of some type of repercussion. A code of ethics applies to all who work within an organization; including management, Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers. Ethical behavior and decision