Unethical Decision Making: The Consequences

The video explores different types of decisions, highlighting the challenges of making tough choices, such as firing staff. It critiques unethical decision-making methods, like arm wrestling, and introduces the DECIDE framework as a structured approach. The video concludes with a reversal of an unethical decision, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices.

What is the main challenge discussed in the introduction regarding decision-making?

• Picking a lunch spot

• Selecting a vacation destination

• Deciding who to fire

• Choosing what to wear in the morning

Which unconventional method did Marcus use to make a firing decision?

• Rock-paper-scissors

• Drawing straws

• Arm wrestling

• Flipping a coin

What is the criticism of Marcus's decision-making approach?

• It is too expensive

• It is unethical and lacks structure

• It is too time-consuming

• It lacks creativity

What does the 'D' in the DECIDE framework stand for?

• Develop

• Decide

• Define

• Determine

What is the purpose of the 'Evaluate' step in the DECIDE framework?

• To explore new options

• To isolate the best option

• To finalize the decision

• To assess the outcome of the decision

What was the outcome for Michael after the unethical decision was reversed?

• He was given a bonus

• He was transferred

• He was promoted

• He was rehired

Who overruled Marcus's decision to fire Michael?

• Carol

• Serena

• Alex

• Casey