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Can you pinpoint a few instances of professional conduct highlighted in this scenario? Reflect on the skills employed to integrate ethical considerations into the decisions made by the individuals involved. Can you recognize them?
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From the scenario of the development of project
there are some point that was lacking in process of the job
There were a conflict which started for Williams duce to his selfish way of life for not bring the other teams mate to reflect on the project work doing it on his own this had to lead to lack of transparency and trust in the sight of John. From point of look lack communication which to violating ethical conduct in the entire process
On the other John was surprised about the way Williams had presented the result during the whole process, which now lead lack of Honesty for John not to communicate with Karen at first about the report of the project.
Thirdly through Critical thinking and Problem solving of Karen she was enable to detail and solution it, that’s why karen could easily spot that the report was too good. However, Karen didn’t just stop at spotting the problem, she went ahead to find solution by involving a third party that helped them get the needed engagement of the project done.
Uwoghiren Osagie Williams
Cohort 16
Team 10
The issue of professional misconduct could be pointed to the disregard for collaboration and teamwork. I mean they were sent on a project to work together and returned finally with just one person’s input. At the end of the day, proper communication brought ethics into the decision, and that was used to resolve the situation which of course came with a stretched timeline or overtime work for the colleagues they soughted help from.
There is a communication gap in this scenerio, if John and Williams imbibed communicating each other they would have been on the same pace regarding the progress of the project, meanwhile Karen beat the mark
I observed unprofessional behavior in the team.
Williams prioritized getting information from an outside firm over collaborative research, he focused solely on delivering results while disregarding the importance of teamwork and feedback!
Karen was hesitant to share her concerns about the projects validity, fearing it would come across as personal criticism and not addressing these issues may lead to future challenges.
John appreciated the warm welcome but was disappointed to know that the task was already completed without his input, which is essential for effective teamwork. He wanted a collaboration forum to gather diverse perspective on the larger project.
Lack of communication and collaboration almost ruin the success of the project,but Karen brought out an honest field back and gave in a professional solution to it.
Issues of professional conduct featured here that is obvious is lacking of communication and inability of one of the parties to supply detailed information for effective comprehensive. Inability to teamwork is also seen here, how that as a team it’s of great importance to have same focus in achieving a goal and each person in the team is in the position to ensure that all team members are moving in the same direction, it’s a corporate affairs that all team members should be guided and carried along.
And in reflecting on the skills used to bring ethics into decisions by the parties involved, I think proper communication, detailed information, continuing professional development can be seen in the approach Karen took.
By Damilola Ogunsakin
The team comprised experienced individuals, yet there were evident shortcomings in communication skills and ethical adherence, particularly noticeable in this scenario where ethical principles were not fully upheld. John, whose work proceeded without his awareness, should have shared his concerns not only with Karen but with the entire team. Similarly, Williams demonstrated a reluctance to adhere to company ethics by not discussing his reservations with John and instead carrying out his tasks independently.
While Karen managed to alleviate her concerns about John, she should have communicated these worries directly to him without fear of appearing critical. Effective teamwork involves both giving and receiving constructive feedback. Despite successfully discussing the risks with John and reaching a solution, Karen compromised ethics by making the employees to work on weekends.
It’s obvious to see the team lack proper way of communicating their ideas. In the begining each of them had their own motive which is because they didn’t communicate to have a general believe on what has to be done. William was too confident with his people skill that he feels he knows it all. At the end, I love how the team where able to have the difficult conversation about the project which created a room for possible solution and way forward.
From my point of view, Williams who was described as a people person is more of a people pleaser who would not be interested in doing a background check, understanding risk and carrying team members along. John understood his person and decided to leave conversations as it were so as not to offend a sponsor I guess. However, John’s ability to ask Karen for her honest opinion set the project back on track. From the scenarios, collaboration, communication and team work helped focus the project back on track.
In dis case, I noticed unprofessionalism by Williams which involved his internal adversities to the project and aside this, his decision to carry on with the project without any inputs from his other colleagues described his lack of communication. However, I also noticed the essence of team work by Karen bringing up an idea and involving John in the process as well as their conclusion in collaborating with the bigger firm to help reach out with the local firm so as for the research to be facts filled and not just assumptions.
With this, it is now obvious that communication and teamwork are the bedrock of any successful project.