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> demanding ethical behavior from our employers This is a huge one. For every Tim Bray, there are thousands who can't afford to give up a paycheck for the sake
by routerl 6y ago
> demanding ethical behavior from our employers
This is a huge one. For every Tim Bray, there are thousands who can't afford to give up a paycheck for the sake of standing up for moral principles. As a workforce, we do not have the political capital within our companies to hold them ethically accountable. I wonder a lot about how to change this.
- Kednicma 6y agoOne doesn't have to resign in order to influence managers. In fact, it's easier to not resign. Simply tell management flat-out, in front of co-workers, when what they ask would amount to a crime or other ethical failing. It's not pleasant, but it works. Akin to giving up a paycheck, this is certainly wagering one's wages. But keep in mind that we're not being mowed down by machine guns in the streets, either; we have nice workplaces and personable managers, and we should press that advantage.
- PaulStatezny 6y agoThis, so much. It's only one person's experience, but over time I've learned to speak up when I hear plans that I don't agree with. It can be surprising when you make a stance how much reasonable people are willing to hear it.