Let’s assume we find ourselves in the following scenario: In your spare time at work, you have developed a new spreadsheet program on your work computer in your office. It is even more powerful, yet easier to use than anything on the market. You share your new program with a friend who encourages you to market it on your own because you could probably make an incredible profit in a very short amount of time. This is a very attractive option, yet you developed it using company equipment and during time that you were at work. What do you do? Keep in mind the 8 Steps are: Step One; Gather the facts Step Two; Define the ethical issues Step Three; Identify the affected parties (stakeholders) Step Four; Identify the consequences Step Five; Identify the obligations Step Six; Consider your character and integrity Step Seven; Think creatively about potential actions Step Eight; Check your gut! In a properly IWG formatted essay of 600 words, including two IWG references (one may be your text), you will choose an actual or possible ethical dilemma or situation that is relevant for the chosen career path that you are studying for. You will analyze this possible ethical dilemma with the Eight Steps to Sound Ethical Decision Making,and decide what to do. 1. Describe an ethical situation you or someone in your field of study or career path might face. You may use your own past experience, however, please do not use one shown in our Week 1 discussion videos. Then in a single sentence, state what you think you should do. 2. Next, analyze the situation you have chosen with the Eight Steps. 3. Discuss the course of action or solution that the process of analyzing the situation from the Eight Steps has led you to in this particular situation. 4. Conclude by comparing the outcomes recommended by the Eight Steps with your initial response stated in the first step. How are they similar? How are they different?
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