The Power of One: Dissent and Organizational Life |
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Authors: | Nasrin Shahinpoor Bernard F Matt |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Economics, Hanover College, Post Office Box 890, Hanover, IN, 47243, U.S.A.;(2) Department of Religion and Philosophy, Wilmington College—Cincinnati Branch, 1 Triangle Park Dr., Cincinnati, OH, 45246, U.S.A. |
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Abstract: | Over the last 20 years, organizations have attempted numerous innovations to create more openness and to increase ethical
practice. However, adult students in business classes report that managers are generally bureaucratically oriented and averse
to constructive criticism or principled dissent. When organizations oppose dissent, they suffer the consequences of mistakes
that could be prevented and they create an unethical and toxic environment for individual employees. By distinguishing principled
dissent from other forms of criticism and opposition, managers and leaders can perceive the dissenter as an important organizational
voice and a valued employee. The dissenter, like the whistleblower, is often highly ethically motivated and desires to contribute
to the organization’s wellbeing. Recognizing and protecting principled dissent provides the means of transforming organizations.
By restoring dignity to the individual, organizations gain more productive and loyal employees, and they create an environment
that promotes critical thinking, learning, and a commitment to ethics.
Dr. Nasrin Shahinpoor is an Associate Professor of Economics at Hanover College in Hanover, IN.
Dr. Bernard F. Matt is Professor of Religion and Philosophy at Wilmington College—Cincinnati Branch in Cincinnati, OH. |
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Keywords: | conscience corporate governance dignity dissent employee rights management ethics organizational ethics respect worker’ s rights |
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