Virtuous Organizations and Character Evolution Quiz

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What is a prevalent societal misconception according to the text?

Traditional for-profit organizations are inherently virtuous.

All organizations are predisposed to be non-virtuous.

Nonprofit organizations are inherently non-virtuous.

Nonprofit organizations are inherently virtuous, while for-profit organizations are non-virtuous. (correct)

What does the text suggest about value-driven decisions in organizations?

They only exist in small nonprofits.

They can be found in all organizational types. (correct)

They are more prevalent in for-profit organizations.

They are limited to large multinational corporations.

How does the text challenge the misconception about businesspeople?

Business involves creating and exchanging goods and services for profit only.

Businesspeople lack moral virtues.

Businesspeople are solely profit-centric individuals. (correct)

Businesspeople do not adhere to moral principles.

What is the main focus of the book mentioned in the text?

Organizational-level decision-making for enhancing virtuousness Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for business as defined?

Moral virtues Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about mission alignment in organizations?

Meaningful mission alignment can be found in all organizational types. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the formation of virtuous organizations?

It requires desire for change and purposeful evolution. Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle's assertion relate to the evolution of organizations towards virtuousness?

It highlights the importance of consistent virtuous activities. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, why is corporate social responsibility (CSR) alone considered insufficient for virtuousness?

CSR cannot rectify internal negative practices. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention that virtue involves congruence?

To stress alignment in various aspects of an organization. Signup and view all the answers

How does the text view corporate social responsibility (CSR) being used after a scandal?

As a tool for image rehabilitation. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is as crucial as 'what' in an organization's pursuit of virtuousness?

'Why' and 'how' things are done. Signup and view all the answers

What does reconciliation involve according to the text?

Aligning with God's call to reconcile God to man, man to each other, and man to God's creation Signup and view all the answers

What are the key traits exhibited by a virtuous leader in the professional domain?

Integrity, inspiration, and inclusivity Signup and view all the answers

What does building spiritual capital involve for organizations prioritizing people over profit?

Being creative in problem-solving and displaying compassion towards those in need Signup and view all the answers

What values does a virtuous organization aiming to build social capital prioritize?

Sincerity, synergistic approaches, and service orientation Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by building economic capital for a business according to the text?

Being Christ-centered, proficient in operations, and faithful stewards of resources Signup and view all the answers

How does a virtuous leader guide their actions towards others in the professional realm?

By emphasizing virtuous conduct Signup and view all the answers

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