Status Differentiation and the Protean Self: A Social-Cognitive Model of Unethical Behavior in Organizations |
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Authors: | Bella L Galperin Rebecca J Bennett Karl Aquino |
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Institution: | 1.John H. Sykes College of Business,The University of Tampa,Tampa,U.S.A.;2.Louisiana Tech University,Ruston,U.S.A.;3.Sauder School of Business,University of British Columbia,Vancouver,Canada |
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Abstract: | Based on social-cognitive theory, this article proposes a model that seeks to explain why high status organizational members
engage in unethical behavior. We argue that status differentiation in organizations creates social isolation which initiates
activation of high status group identity and a deactivation of moral identity. We further argue that high status group identity
results in insensitivity to the needs of out-group members which, in turn, results in lessened motivation to self-regulate
ethical decision making. As a result of this identity activation, we demonstrate how high status individuals will be more
vulnerable to engaging in unethical activities. Individual-level moderators of the relationships are also discussed. |
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