29 Questions
What is one of the major forces influencing every decision we make, according to the text?
Our genetic set-up
Which of the following religions is NOT mentioned in the text as one of the world's major religions?
Taoism
In Christianity, what serves as the foundation of this religion?
The Old and New Testaments
What is one of the main beliefs of Christianity regarding Jesus of Nazareth?
He entered history to redeem humanity from sin
What is crucial in Christianity?
Human dignity and concern for people
Which external influences can contribute to the beliefs human beings accumulate, as stated in the text?
What people tell us, news, and what we read
What did Musonius Rufus teach about ethics and philosophy?
Ethics must be practiced in daily life
Why did the ancient Greeks keep journals of their daily behavior?
To track their progress in ethical behavior
What is the relationship between ethics and habits according to the text?
Ethics and habits are intertwined
How can business leaders measure progress in terms of ethics and organizational performance?
Through evidence-based assessments
What does the text suggest about self-assessment in terms of ethics?
Self-assessment helps in evaluating improvements in ethical behavior
Why did the ancient Greeks track behaviors like losing temper or getting drunk?
To assess whether they were improving their behavior
What did Plutarch aim to do with his work, Parallel Lives?
Provide better role models for young people to emulate
In organizational terms, what is emphasized as more important than what you say to your employees?
How you behave and treat others
What will employees most likely do if a leader talks about ethics but cuts corners?
Follow the leader's unethical behavior
How can organizations enhance their employees' sense of purpose, according to the text?
By asking employees how worthwhile they feel their job is
What did Plutarch understand about humans, according to the text?
They are highly social creatures who observe and imitate others
According to Plutarch, what will the best young employees do with a leader's example?
Aim to exceed the leader's standards
What is the key insight that Buddhist theory puts into practice?
Everything is constantly changing
What can an idea that seems logical and solid become a trigger for?
Narrow-minded thinking, stubbornness, and inflexibility
What principle is the Buddhist ethics based on?
The principle of non-violence
What does the text say Buddhists pursue in their businesses?
The 'right livelihood'
What does the text say is governed by examining a certain action that must avoid any harm, according to Buddhist teachings?
The principles of ethics and morals
What are the five fundamental moral precepts practiced by members of the monastic orders and the laity?
Refraining from taking property, behaving unchastely, speaking wrongly, stealing, and drinking intoxicants
What is the importance of defining goals in business according to the text?
Defining goals makes it easier to determine the aim of the business
What principle should be followed in business based on the text?
Following the principle of cause and effect to identify steps needed for a project roadmap
Why is developing empathy and compassion for customers crucial in business?
To understand and solve potential customer challenges effectively
What qualities are emphasized for businesses to embody according to the text?
Flexibility, innovation, and awareness of impermanence
How does the text relate intuition to business proposals?
Intuition is needed to work out factors leading to the ultimate aim in a business proposal
Explore how philosophical principles influence business practices and learn to apply ethical values in real-life business scenarios. Delve into the teachings of classical philosophers like Musonius Rufus and their impact on ethical decision-making in the business world.
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