Dating in the Workplace
Dating in the Workplace
Executive Summary
The ethical dilemma introduced in this paper is a popular one: Dating in the Workplace. It is an issue that has grabbed the attention of the media, and it has the power to ruin an organization if not dealt with correctly. This paper will raise awareness of the rewards and risks of dating relationships in a work environment.
Introduction
Above all, this paper will answer two important questions: What are the primary and secondary ethical issues of concern to corporate leaders? And how are universities addressing these issues? In the first question, the following issues will be addressed in this order: productivity, sexual harassment, reputation, internal effects, and corporate scandals. The second question will address two approaches that universities are handling these ethical issues. The first approach is an assertive approach, and the second approach is a passive approach.
Background and Overview
Dating in the Workplace is an issue that needs to be addressed. This paper is presented in such a way that research is the primary factor and source for the writing, while opinion of the writers is not emphasized. The goal of the paper is to present the facts through due diligence and sound research and let the reader decide on their viewpoint and where they stand on the issue.
The Primary and Secondary Ethical Issues of Concern to Corporate Leaders
Productivity
Relationships in the workplace can put strains on not only work performance but also put strain on the individuals involved. According to former editor of the Harvard Business Review, Eliza Collins, declared in 1983 that when love blossoms between executives, it can "break down the organizational structure" and should be treated as a conflict of interest between the couple and corporation (Loftus, 1995, p.1). Charles A. Pierce tells us that workplace relationships have been argued about and not managerial concerns unless they disrupt job performance (Pierce,
Executive Summary
The ethical dilemma introduced in this paper is a popular one: Dating in the Workplace. It is an issue that has grabbed the attention of the media, and it has the power to ruin an organization if not dealt with correctly. This paper will raise awareness of the rewards and risks of dating relationships in a work environment.
Introduction
Above all, this paper will answer two important questions: What are the primary and secondary ethical issues of concern to corporate leaders? And how are universities addressing these issues? In the first question, the following issues will be addressed in this order: productivity, sexual harassment, reputation, internal effects, and corporate scandals. The second question will address two approaches that universities are handling these ethical issues. The first approach is an assertive approach, and the second approach is a passive approach.
Background and Overview
Dating in the Workplace is an issue that needs to be addressed. This paper is presented in such a way that research is the primary factor and source for the writing, while opinion of the writers is not emphasized. The goal of the paper is to present the facts through due diligence and sound research and let the reader decide on their viewpoint and where they stand on the issue.
The Primary and Secondary Ethical Issues of Concern to Corporate Leaders
Productivity
Relationships in the workplace can put strains on not only work performance but also put strain on the individuals involved. According to former editor of the Harvard Business Review, Eliza Collins, declared in 1983 that when love blossoms between executives, it can "break down the organizational structure" and should be treated as a conflict of interest between the couple and corporation (Loftus, 1995, p.1). Charles A. Pierce tells us that workplace relationships have been argued about and not managerial concerns unless they disrupt job performance (Pierce,
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