The textbook states that leadership can be a root cause of unethical behavior. Explain how this can be and if you agree.
Leaders help establish the culture of an organization, and the set the example, rules and guidelines that others follow as well as the structure and processes for operating both strategically and in daily operations. The book says that whenever a manager or a leader is acting out from the ethical standards, then the employees will behave in the same manner as their superior.
I agree with this statement because I have seen it happen at my own workplace. Once a manager acts out of line then the employees see this as an opportunity to act up or to not care what the manager thinks.
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