Moral Conscience and Ethical Balance at Work: What is a Conscience?

The video explores the concept of conscience, depicted as an angel and devil on one's shoulders, influencing moral decisions. It discusses workplace ethical dilemmas and compares the ethical choices of high-profile executives (big fish) to everyday decisions (little fish). The video emphasizes the importance of character, shaped by daily ethical choices, and encourages listening to one's moral conscience.

What imagery is used to describe the internal moral debates we face?

• A courtroom with a judge and jury

• An angel and a devil on our shoulders

• A teacher and a student in a classroom

• A parent and child having a discussion

What is the main focus of the workplace ethical tests mentioned in the video?

• Enhancing technical abilities

• Improving communication skills

• Making ethical choices under pressure

• Balancing personal and professional life

How are the ethical choices of 'big fish' compared to 'little fish'?

• They are fundamentally different in principles

• They share similar moral justifications

• They are unrelated to each other

• They are more complex for the 'little fish'

What is emphasized as a key component of character in the video?

• Social popularity

• Financial success

• Principle-based life

• Circumstantial decisions

What is the suggested approach to handling ethical dilemmas according to the video?

• Ignore them and focus on results

• Listen to the devil on your shoulder

• Consult external advisors

• Listen to the angel on your shoulder