Generational Ethics in Business

  Generational ethics influence workplace dynamics. As generations change, businesses must adapt to diverse ethical priorities, and foster cross-generational collaboration for sustainable success. Scholarly Readings: Ethical Reasoning at Work: A Cross-Country Comparison of Gender and Age Differences (2023) Ethical Culture in Organizations: A Review and Agenda for Future Research (2023) Generational Ethics Highlight the significance of understanding generational shifts in ethical values for businesses. Research required. (1 page) Ethical Focus Points of Different Generations • Discuss key ethical concerns and values of Baby Boomers (e.g., loyalty to organizations, value of hard work, hierarchical structures) (1/2 of a page). Research supported. • Explore Gen X ethical values (e.g., work-life balance, skepticism towards institutions, value of individualism) (1/2 of a page). Research supported. • Delve into ethical priorities of Millennials (Gen Y) (e.g., corporate social responsibility, sustainability, inclusivity) (1/2 of a page). Research supported. • Examine the ethical values of Gen Z (e.g., importance of authenticity, digital ethics, social activism) (1/2 of a page). Research supported. Business Implication: Talent Acquisition and Retention Investigate how understanding generational ethics influences attracting and retaining talent. Research required. (1 page) Business Implication: Organizational Culture Discuss how generational shifts affect workplace norms, expectations, and organizational values. Research required. (1 page)