Business Ethics And The Law
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Business, Ethics, and the Law
Summary:
The main goal of any business is to make money. After all, why would anyone start a business if there wasn’t a financial incentive? However, a question arises: Should profit be the sole focus of a business?
Article Body:
While making money is the primary goal of businesses, this pursuit can sometimes lead to unethical practices. It is important to distinguish between what is unethical and what is unlawful, as these are separate concepts. Some argue that as long as a business complies with the law, it need not worry about ethical considerations and should focus solely on its interests. Conversely, others believe that for a capitalist economy to thrive, businesses must uphold ethical standards regardless of legality.
Economist Milton Friedman argues that a business's only obligation is to increase profits. On the other hand, philosopher Robert Almeder suggests that capitalism's survival depends on businesses acting in socially responsible ways that go beyond just profit-making. These contrasting viewpoints highlight a fundamental debate. After reviewing their perspectives, I find that both positions may be overstated. A business’s responsibilities extend beyond legal obligations. It has a duty not only to its owners or shareholders but also to consumers who trust the business to operate safely and ethically. When a business deliberately chooses unethical practices, it breaches consumer trust. Once trust is lost, profits will likely decline, which is detrimental to a business's primary goal.
It is important to understand that businesses are not responsible for setting or enforcing laws or personal ethics. They should not be held accountable for actions deemed unethical by a small segment of consumers if their practices are transparent and do not pose involuntary harm. As long as businesses openly disclose any potential risks without causing unintended harm, legislation should not impose ethical standards on their operations or individual behaviors.
In essence, while profit is vital, maintaining ethical practices is equally important for sustained success. A business thrives when it retains consumer trust by acting both legally and ethically.
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