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Steven Mintz

United States

I'm a speaker and consultant on ethics issues and author of a book, Beyond Happiness and Meaning: Transforming Your Life Through Ethical Behavior.

Interests: Reading, writing, blogging, ethics advice, traveling, eating, sports

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DEI in the Workplace

Do DEI Policies Make a Difference? We hear a lot about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) these days. DEI policies can help promote ethical behavior and mitigate cognitive biases that might influence the fair treatment of all people. Biases in the workplace exist because in some situations the way we... Continue reading

Posted 3 days ago at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Jerome, being bullied in the workplace is awful. You've made several attempts to right this wrong. If it were me, I'd threaten to quit unless the matter is resolved. I imagine workers like you are hard to find. Whatever you choose to do, remember this: Your mental health should be a priority.

Commented 4 days ago on Workplace bullying is a workplace safety issue at Workplace Ethics Advice

Barbara, yes this is bullying. He is trying to use his value as a performer to get you to alter the schedule in a way you do not want to do. Nothing is worse sacrificing your well-being. If it were me, I'd threaten to leave and see how that goes over. My guess is it's not easy to find people with your skills who want to work in the kind of facility you're in. The fact that the administrators don't support you means they are discounting your worth. Whatever you choose to do, don't forget this: Your mental health is a priority!

Commented 4 days ago on What Every Senior Needs to Know About Their Rights in the Workplace at Workplace Ethics Advice

Why You Should Have Invested in Enterprise Data Yesterday

Think: Data and Analytics Blog prepared by Gregory Hahn. Greg is a Senior Manager - Data Strategy, Operations and Transformation Senior Manager – at VMware. His LinkedIn profile is available at: @Gregory Hahn. “If a company has not yet prioritized investing in enterprise data, I would strongly recommend that they... Continue reading

Posted 5 days ago at Ethics Sage

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What Should Be Included in an Organization’s Code of Ethics?

Setting an Ethical Tone at the Top I have previously blogged about the importance of having a code of conduct for all organizations. A code of conduct establishes the ethical principles upon which the behavior of employees will be judged. It helps to distinguish right from wrong. A code provides... Continue reading

Posted May 18, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Degenerative AI

The Role of ChatGPT The following blog was posted by Michael K. Shaub, May 4th, 2023. Dr. Shaub is a Clinical Professor and Deloitte Professional Program Director at the Texas A&M Mays Business School. I appreciate Mike's permission to publish this blog on my website. ChatGPT in the Educational Space... Continue reading

Posted May 16, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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Ethics Sage Blog Named 11th Best Blog on Ethics

Feedspot Ranking of Ethics Blogs My Ethics Sage was included in the list of the top 30 blogs on business ethics at #11. The following is a letter from Anuj Agarwal, the Founder of Feedspot. I would like to personally congratulate you as your blog Ethics Sage has been selected... Continue reading

Posted May 11, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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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... Continue reading

Posted May 11, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Focus On What You Can Do Rather Than On What You Can’t Do

You Cannot Control What Happens on the 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... Continue reading

Posted May 9, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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Papa's, I am so happy that this blog gave you a new perspective.

Commented May 6, 2023 on What is Cyber Culture in the Workplace? at Workplace Ethics Advice

Why Do Managers Criticize the Workplace Skills of Gen Z

Building the Skills for a Successful Career A recent survey of 1,344 managers and business leaders by Resume Builder said 74% of managers find Gen Z harder to work with than other generations, while 49% said they found Gen Z difficult to work with all or most of the time.... Continue reading

Posted May 4, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Dipak, I agree with everything you say. Thanks f0r reading my blog. Steve M.

Commented May 4, 2023 on Workplace Behavior and Ethics: Values to Live and Work By at Workplace Ethics Advice

I'm sorry that you are being discriminated against. I assume you've spoken to HR. Perhaps consider contacting an employment lawyer.

Commented May 3, 2023 on What Every Senior Needs to Know About Their Rights in the Workplace at Workplace Ethics Advice

Your story is one I hear from many citizens. I feel your pain as I am one of them.

Commented May 3, 2023 on What Every Senior Needs to Know About Their Rights in the Workplace at Workplace Ethics Advice

Great points, Paul. Thanks for your contribution.

Commented May 3, 2023 on Civility is in Decline at Ethics Sage

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 of the examples of the lack of civility in society including: Smash and grab incidents. Mass shootings. Random... Continue reading

Posted May 2, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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Is Whistleblowing a Moral Act?

One’s Motive for Acting is the Key Is whistleblowing a moral practice? Different views exist on this important issue. Generally, the act of whistleblowing should be motivated by good intentions – i.e., to right a wrong. On the other hand, if the motive is to gain a financial reward or... Continue reading

Posted Apr 27, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Paul, Thanks for adding to the quality of my post with your thoughtful comments. Steve

Commented Apr 27, 2023 on Ethics Washing and Regulation at Ethics Sage

Ethics Washing and Regulation

Google’s Experience I have previously blogged about Ethics Washing. In this blog I will update some of the characteristics of the practice and how to address the issue. Ethics Washing refers to the practice of ethical window dressing. It is where an organization gives lip service to ethics to make... Continue reading

Posted Apr 25, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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Michelle, Thanks for sending the link. SM

Commented Apr 25, 2023 on Are You Part of the “Exhausted Majority”? at Ethics Sage

What Role Does Wokeness Have in the Workplace?

The Many Dimensions of "Wokeness" I have blogged before about the concept of “wokeness,” including its dimensions, and "woke capitalism." From time to time, I post a guest blog who has written an important piece on these and other topics. Today's blog is by Charlie Fletcher. You can contact her... Continue reading

Posted Apr 20, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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What is the Goal of Ethical Decision Making?

Steps to Follow Dealing with ethical issues can be perplexing. How, exactly, should we think through the alternative courses of action? What questions should we ask? What factors should we consider? Classic ethical reasoning methods suggest that once we have ascertained the facts, we should ask ourselves seven questions when... Continue reading

Posted Apr 18, 2023 at Ethics Sage

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The Collapse of SVB and Signature Bank: Where Were the Regulators and KPMG?

Missing the Red Flags I have previously blogged about the collapse of SVB and the Signature Bank. In today's blog, I will update the information and probe more deeply the failings of regulators and KPMG to heed the warning signs that trouble lied ahead. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank... Continue reading

Posted Apr 13, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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Why the Gender Pay Gap Still Exists

Striving for a Gender-Equal Society According to the American Association of University Women (AAUW), women working full time in the U.S. are still paid just 83 cents to every dollar earned by men — and the consequences of this gap affect women throughout their lives. The pay gap even follows women into retirement:... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2023 at Workplace Ethics Advice

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“Those who can, do; those who can’t, teach.”

Is it a Truth or Fallacy? It has been said that “Those who can, do; those who can’t, teach.” This was said by George Bernard Shaw in his 1905 stage play Man and Superman. Over a century later, and the derogatory phrase often thrown at educators in a disparaging way... Continue reading

Posted Apr 4, 2023 at Higher Ed Ethics Watch

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