INSTRUCTIONS: Select at least 2 other classmate’s threads and post a reply that advances the conversation. Your replies must clearly link to the original author’s post, contribute new information, and be supported by the scholarly resources. Submit replies of at least 200 words each to at least 2 other classmate’s threads. Each reply must include a minimum of 2 scholarly resources (in addition to the Bible and Text) and demonstrate a substantive discussion that meets grading rubric specifications. Compare and contrast what you wrote in your main response to what each student wrote in the main response. Please copy and paste your thread into the Discussion. No title page or abstract is needed.
DISCUSSION POST::Honesty and Deception
Honesty. It is not as common as it used to be. “By high school, 70 percent of American students admit to cheating and 90 percent copy others’ homework” (Hill, 2018, p. 134). Society seems to be losing its conscience and people are more accepting and more forgiving when others are dishonest. But, does that same idea apply to the business world? Are people willing to accept being lied to in business dealings, or has it become the “cost of doing business”?
Whistleblowers have shed light on misconduct in a variety of arenas, including business and politics. These concerned individuals stepped up to call out the questionable activities they witnessed for the greater good. With the insider position in the organizations where wrongdoing occurs, whistleblowers hold a unique place within this democratic politics of disclosure (Olesen, 2021). But those who have spoken out have learned that some view them as heroes, while others view them as traitors. Honesty is not as valued as it used to be.
Concealment and Disclosure
Concealment is the same as lying, or at least being dishonest. But, are there situations where information should be withheld? What about personal medical history? Is it ever okay to conceal that information? Perhaps the most difficult decision faced by employees with concealable identitities involves the choice to disclose or conceal. For employees with depression, disclosure decisions may be especially challenging given the widespread public stigma surrounding mental illness (Follmer & Jones, 2021). These individuals may be outstanding employees, but will sharing their diagnoses impact their employment? Should they be compelled to disclose this information?
Press Release
Jensen’s Nursery Explains Early Sale of Easter Lilies
Lynchburg, June 15, 2022 — Today, Jensen’s Nursery came out in defense of their decision to advertise their Easter lilies in advance of the expected bloom date.
“We hoped to get a jump on the competition by advertising our lilies before any other nursery,” said Elmer Jenson, CEO at Jensen’s Nursery.
Positive Customer Impact
Many long-time customers of Jensen’s Nursery were pleased with the lilies they purchased, even though they did not bloom until later than expected. Jensen’s Nursery, a small seventy-year-old family business, is committed to providing their customers with beautiful flowers as well a full line of other gardening items to help maintain their lawns and gardens all season long.
“We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused by advertising our lilies earlier than usual,” said Elmer Jensen, CEO, Jensen’s Nursery. “I hope this will not affect the relationship we have with our loyal customers, and that next spring we will see many familiar faces buying Easter lilies once again.”
Biblical Integration
“The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy” (The Holy Bible, NIV, 2020). We may have free will to choose our actions, but that does not mean that God condones those actions. As the Bible clearly states, lying is wrong and the Lord hates it. Even when it may be difficult, it is better to be truthful and maintain integrity than to lie and lose favor with God and those around you.
