Question

For the Results Lens, you were asked to focus on the abundance that you wanted to create. For the Relationship Lens, you were asked to consider what processes and safeguards were needed to ensure fairness. Finally, for the Reputation Lens, you were asked to consider the role of the individuals and the company as you sought ethical excellence. In thinking about the ethical dilemma you are resolving, which checklist did you find the most useful? Did checking against more than one list help you with a decision?

Each ethical lens has a slightly different definition for what counts as an ethical action. For the Responsibilities Lens, an ethical act is one that is done with care and concern for the other individuals. For the Results Lens, an ethical act serves the greater good, resulting in harmony and satisfaction for many. For the Relationship Lens, an ethical act cares for all members and institutions of the community. Finally, for the Reputation Lens, an ethical act supports and enhances the meaning you have given to your life. Did you find that looking at the problem from multiple lenses helped you clarify your decision or did the multiple vantage points make the process more difficult?