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C206 – Task 1
Melissa Morrison
Western Governors University
Detria Moore
November 21
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, 2023
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A1. Nonfictional Leader and Two Ethical Traits
Having been in the workforce for more than half my life, I have experienced working for great leaders and leaders that taught me how not to lead. For this assignment, I have opted to write about my former leader, Megan Moerman who I believe exemplified strong ethical conduct. While working together for many years I often witnessed Megan demonstrating accountability and integrity.
A2. Ethical Conduct
Megan was a field training officer who assured that accountability was maintained by monitoring the progress of training and education within the department. Doing this ensured new
hires were performing well or were sent back for remedial training. Integrity is an important trait of a strong and well-respected leader. Everyone has made a mistake in their life and the action taken afterwards can display one’s integrity or lack-there-of. Megan made a mistake while conducting a routine inventory check that later resulted in an issue with a patient. She realized her mistake and demonstrated integrity by admitting her oversight and accepting the verbal disciplinary action. B. Dilemma
The deontological perspective and consequentialist perspectives of the given scenario will be drastically different due to the decision-making processes of each perspective. Deontological perspective focuses on what is right by considering universal ethical principles such as fairness, promise keeping, loyalty, responsibility, and compassion (Trevino & Nelson p.42). In this situation, a deontological ethical leader may choose to approach the situation by violating the NDA as they believe they have an obligation to do the right thing and inform the patients of the risk.
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The consequentialist perspective considers how consequences of their actions will burden
each stakeholder and the negative impact it would have the company. Based on the information provided in the scenario that only a small percentage of people would be impacted, the consequentialist may opt to not break the NDA and would not disclose the defect. C. Cognitive Moral Development
• Which action would most likely serve the greater good in society?
This question is an example of postconventional moral development. The scenario prohibits an employee from breaking the NDA to disclose the negative side effects. Morally and ethically informing patients should outweigh the negative effects of breaking the NDA. • If I reveal this information, will I get into trouble and possibly even lose my job?
This is a preconventional moral development question. In the scenario, an employee would ask themselves this question when considering consequences of breaking the NDA. • Which action best aligns with my long-held belief in the principle of justice?
This is a postconventional moral development question as a person can make their own belief and moral compass to make a decision that does not deviate from what they believe. The scenario would be an employee compared what society thinks they should do compared to what they believe to be fair and justice. • What do the laws say, and what would a law-abiding citizen do?
The question is a conventional moral development. In the scenario, the person would evaluate the laws pertaining to breaking the NDA and what negative effects it would have. They would then make their decision based what is lawful.
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• If I keep quiet, will I get some sort of reward?
This is a preconventional moral development question. In the scenario, the person would question whether the company would reward them for their silence to not break the NDA.
D1. Ethical Lens Inventory
My preferred ethical lens is the responsibility lens which can be described as mild rationality and mild autonomy. I took some time to evaluate this, and I found this to be true in both my personal and professional life. Given a situation, I tend to find the rationale in it by thinking of many reasons and align it to how I live my daily life. For example, when working on a project I tend to ask questions pertaining to understand the ask and ensure my colleagues have an opportunity to provide insight or assist where possible. D1A. ELI Different Settings
I believe I am consistent with my lens in any setting I may find myself to be in. Whether in my personal or professional life, I rely heavily on making rational decisions. Rules are in place
for a reason and should be followed to prevent any unforeseen issues. When given the opportunity to work on a team, I value what others can bring to the team and strive to provide work that will benefit them. In my personal life, I work around the house to keep up with maintenance knowing it will benefit my family. D2. One Primary Value and One Classical Virtue
The ELI concluded that one of my primary values is mild autonomy. I agree with this assessment as I have lived my life by choosing the path, I best see fit for myself. In a professional setting, I strive on having the autonomy to make decisions on my own based on what is best for the company. However, in my personal life I am guilty of being swayed by the
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opinions and expectations of others. For example, when making a decision I often ask myself, what will others think is this does not follow the normative of society? My ELI determined my classical virtue to be prudence, which focuses on making wise decisions in everyday affairs. This is a virtue I have lived by for as long as I can remember. I consider my daily actions to ensure any decisions I make align with my ethical and moral compass. I prioritize making the right decision and at times, will override listening to my brain to
follow my what my heart is telling me to do given the situation. D2A. Comparative Primary Value with Self-Identified Value
My self-identified values were determined to be, competence, initiative, and self-
disciplined. The self-identified values correlate with my primary value of mild autonomy. To have mild autonomy, I must have the competence and self-discipline to work in my own swim-
lane without worrying about what my colleagues would do. I would compare my classical virtue of prudence with my self-identified value of flexibility. Focusing on making a wise decision also means as times being flexible and tailoring the decision to any given situation. When being flexible to changes, this will allow me the opportunity to evaluate the situation and make the best decision given the scenario. D3. Risk According to the ELI, my risk is being autocratic or better known as bossy. This is not a trait that I want to exhibit or have others perceive of me. I am guilty of “my way or the highway”
in my personal life and it has been something I have continuously worked on. Being aware of the
risk and finding way to mitigate issues in the future will lead to more success both personally and professionally.
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D3A. Mitigate Risk
There are many ways to mitigate the risk of being seen as bossy but I will focus on the following two steps, seeking input from my colleagues and showing more empathy in decision-
making. Seeking input from my colleagues will demonstrate my openness to others’ ideas and show I value their decision-making abilities. Empowering others to make decisions will aid in eliminating their perceptions of me being bossy. Being more empathic of impacts that my rationalizing and decision-making processes have on others will lessen the perception of bossiness. Taking a step back and thinking empathically will allow me to realize my decisions may impact others, and I need to factor all aspects prior to finalizing my decision. D4. Ethical Situation
Having taken the ethical lens test, I found the information in the report to be accurate in how I view myself and feedback received from others. These results will aid in my ability to make better ethical decisions in the workplace by focusing on improving in areas of opportunity. For example, if a colleague approaches me with a pitch to train our staff with a more efficient way to complete a task, I need to be more receptive to their ideology and thought process compared to focusing on doing things my way. The ELI allowed me to see that at times, I may allow my pride to get in the way and that it is okay to adjust my actions for the greater good. Demonstrating more openness and empathy for others will allow for a more harmonious work environment.
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References
Trevino, L. K., & Nelson, K. A. (2017). Managing Business Ethics: Straight Talk about How to Do It Right (7th ed.). Wiley Global Education US. https://wgu.vitalsource.com/books/9781119298519