Stand Your Ground! Standing for Ethical Principles When Others Don't

The video discusses the challenges of maintaining ethical integrity in environments where unethical behavior is prevalent. It emphasizes the importance of relying on personal principles rather than peer influence, highlighting the distinction between principles and rules. The video encourages individuals to strengthen their ethical beliefs, explaining that standing up for one's values can lead to personal growth and influence others positively. It concludes by stressing the societal need for individuals who uphold ethical standards.

What is a key strategy for maintaining ethical standards when feeling isolated in a workplace?

• Relying on peer support

• Ignoring personal values

• Understanding that moral direction is personal

• Following company rules strictly

How can one strengthen their ethical beliefs in a challenging environment?

• By following rules without question

• By understanding the core of their ethical issues

• By conforming to peer pressure

• By avoiding difficult situations

What is the difference between principles and rules according to the video?

• Rules are more important than principles

• Principles can be bent, rules cannot

• Rules are deeply held beliefs, principles are not

• Principles are something people die for, rules are not

What is one personal benefit of standing up for ethical values?

• Avoidance of conflict

• Enhanced self-esteem and pride

• Increased material gain

• Immediate popularity

How can standing up for ethical values impact others in the workplace?

• It can encourage and embolden others

• It leads to isolation from peers

• It has no noticeable effect

• It discourages others from speaking up