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Corporate philanthropy and charitable contributions are often a “visible” example of responsible ... more Corporate philanthropy and charitable contributions are often a “visible” example of responsible and ethical behavior by businesses. However, when viewed under the historic concepts morality, the act of charitable giving may have little or no connection to ethics. Most cultures recognize philanthropy as “good”, but ethics is more about choices we make when the normal “rules” no longer serve the situation and the decision maker faces a choice for which he or she is unprepared. By reviewing traditional philosophies of ethics, this manuscript shows how charitable giving, while “good,” should not be a measure of “ethical behavior” for businesses. In fact, it is recommended that philanthropy and much of what we consider “corporate social responsibility” should in fact be consider a component of the marketing mix.
Entrepreneurs and small business owners can be overwhelmed by requests for gifts, donations, and ... more Entrepreneurs and small business owners can be overwhelmed by requests for gifts, donations, and community support. A combination of easy access to owners and a perception by the general public that donations are completely tax deductible can overburden small business owners and budding entrepreneurs with requests for financial support. It is assumed that business owners wish to be viewed as positive contributors in their community, but at the same time owners must be able to focus on what is best for the survival of their business. This report shows historical justifications for separating ethics and social responsibility and supports the use of social responsibility as a method of developing brand identity. Entrepreneurs and owners should focus charitable gifts in a way that improves their brand image, allowing owners the ability to both limit and target their philanthropic efforts.
This study examines factors contributing to faculty stress. Factors including demographics, tenur... more This study examines factors contributing to faculty stress. Factors including demographics, tenure, discipline, and
teaching medium are all examined. Whereas once faculty members were inundated with learning new electronic technology (and the stress it created), many appear to have become somewhat comfortable with this change and have adapted to expectations of online teaching/learning. The latest trends in stress factors effecting higher education are more likely related to changes in the economic and political environment, workload expectations, preparation time, and issues of interpersonal communication.
Corporate philanthropy and charitable contributions are often a “visible” example of responsible ... more Corporate philanthropy and charitable contributions are often a “visible” example of responsible and ethical behavior by businesses. However, when viewed under the historic concepts morality, the act of charitable giving may have little or no connection to ethics. Most cultures recognize philanthropy as “good”, but ethics is more about choices we make when the normal “rules” no longer serve the situation and the decision maker faces a choice for which he or she is unprepared. By reviewing traditional philosophies of ethics, this manuscript shows how charitable giving, while “good,” should not be a measure of “ethical behavior” for businesses. In fact, it is recommended that philanthropy and much of what we consider “corporate social responsibility” should in fact be consider a component of the marketing mix.
Entrepreneurs and small business owners can be overwhelmed by requests for gifts, donations, and ... more Entrepreneurs and small business owners can be overwhelmed by requests for gifts, donations, and community support. A combination of easy access to owners and a perception by the general public that donations are completely tax deductible can overburden small business owners and budding entrepreneurs with requests for financial support. It is assumed that business owners wish to be viewed as positive contributors in their community, but at the same time owners must be able to focus on what is best for the survival of their business. This report shows historical justifications for separating ethics and social responsibility and supports the use of social responsibility as a method of developing brand identity. Entrepreneurs and owners should focus charitable gifts in a way that improves their brand image, allowing owners the ability to both limit and target their philanthropic efforts.
This study examines factors contributing to faculty stress. Factors including demographics, tenur... more This study examines factors contributing to faculty stress. Factors including demographics, tenure, discipline, and
teaching medium are all examined. Whereas once faculty members were inundated with learning new electronic technology (and the stress it created), many appear to have become somewhat comfortable with this change and have adapted to expectations of online teaching/learning. The latest trends in stress factors effecting higher education are more likely related to changes in the economic and political environment, workload expectations, preparation time, and issues of interpersonal communication.