Aristotle: "The greatest crimes are committed not from necessity, but from excess."
Tesla shareholders just approved a $1 trillion package for someone worth $473 billion.
This isn't about Musk. It's about pleonexia—unlimited desire—and what happens when "enough" ceases to exist.
New essay: https://terraphilosophica.substack.com/p/the-1-trillion-pay-package-when-enough
#BusinessEthics #Aristotle #Philosophy #CorporateGovernance #Pleonexia
Ports in Africa: Vincent Bolloré headed for trial after Paris court clears proceedings http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TP7mWQ #PortsInAfrica #CorporateAccountability #VincentBollore #InfrastructureSector #BusinessEthics
Do businesses that make billions off of consumers have a moral obligation to give back? On a personal level, do you only take without giving back?
#MoralObligation #BusinessEthics #Consumerism #ThoughtExperiment
When Good People Choose Wrong Company
Did You Know
This story of George could be told in any generation. Success whispered his name, ambition answered, and faith took a back seat. A six-digit salary, perks, and prestige were too persuasive to resist, even though the warning signs flashed like red lights on a dark road. Scripture is clear that our associations shape our character. As Proverbs 13:20 warns, “He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” George thought he could manage the moral distance between faith and compromise—but the results were devastating. His story is a modern echo of ancient truths: righteousness and corruption cannot share the same yoke for long.
Did You Know that the company you keep can predict your spiritual direction long before your choices do?
Proverbs 13:20 says it plainly: “He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” Wisdom and foolishness are contagious. When we walk closely with people of integrity, we naturally begin to think and act with discernment. But when our closest circles are shaped by greed, gossip, or godlessness, their values quietly seep into ours. George’s downfall didn’t happen overnight—it began the moment he convinced himself that his integrity was immune to influence. It’s easy to believe we can navigate any environment without being changed, but Scripture reminds us that character is never static—it’s always being formed or deformed by our companions.
The beauty of this truth is that the opposite is also real: wise companionship multiplies grace. When we intentionally walk with those who pursue God’s heart, their strength fortifies ours, their humility tempers our pride, and their wisdom steadies our impulsiveness. Surrounding ourselves with godly people isn’t a matter of elitism—it’s spiritual preservation. If you want to grow wiser, more compassionate, and more Christlike, look at who’s walking beside you. The path of wisdom begins with the company we keep.
Did You Know that even kings fall when they ignore godly counsel?
King Rehoboam had every advantage—a wise father, a rich heritage, and seasoned advisors who had guided Israel through its golden years. Yet when confronted with a leadership crisis, he turned from experience to ego. The younger men around him told him what he wanted to hear, not what he needed to know. The result? Division, rebellion, and the unraveling of a kingdom (1 Kings 12). Scripture doesn’t record Rehoboam as a wicked man, but as a foolish one—one who mistook popularity for wisdom.
King Jehoshaphat made a similar mistake when he allied himself with King Ahab, a man clearly opposed to God’s will (2 Chronicles 18). Though Jehoshaphat was righteous, his alliances compromised his protection. These stories remind us that discernment is not only about what we do but with whom we do it. Even good intentions can lead to spiritual disaster when we partner with those whose values oppose God’s Word. Godly alliances bring strength, but ungodly ones invite storms. The lesson remains: wisdom listens, humility heeds, and discernment chooses companions prayerfully.
We cannot afford to be careless about who shapes our counsel or shares our commitments. Surround yourself with voices that call you upward, not sideways. Learn from Rehoboam and Jehoshaphat that proximity to ungodliness always carries a price.
Did You Know that Jesus calls us to be in the world—but not of it?
In His high priestly prayer, Jesus said, “My prayer is not that You take them out of the world but that You protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it.” (John 17:15–16). He didn’t ask for isolation, but for insulation. Christians are called to engage with the world’s need without absorbing its corruption. Jesus ate with sinners, spoke with tax collectors, and loved the lost—but He never shared their sin. His presence transformed them; their presence never diluted Him.
The same Spirit that empowered Christ now dwells within us, equipping us to live faithfully amid temptation. The danger arises when we mistake influence for imitation—when we begin adopting the attitudes of the world rather than reflecting the character of Christ. The call to be “in the world but not of it” means we move through life with open hands and guarded hearts. We carry compassion into dark places without letting darkness claim our identity.
Faithful discipleship requires holy balance: involvement without compromise, compassion without conformity. Every Christian is a missionary where they stand—but to remain effective, we must stay anchored in truth. The world doesn’t need more Christians who blend in; it needs believers who stand out because they walk like Jesus walked.
Did You Know that sin often enters the heart disguised as opportunity?
In Proverbs 1:10–15, Solomon warns his son, “If sinners entice you, do not give in to them… my son, do not go along with them, do not set foot on their paths.” The picture he paints isn’t one of violent temptation, but of subtle persuasion—an invitation to “join us,” to “share the purse,” to “go along.” That’s how moral erosion begins: not with rebellion, but with rationalization. George’s story isn’t just about greed; it’s about ignoring the small, persistent voice of conviction that says, “Don’t go that way.”
Temptation rarely announces its true cost. It comes wrapped in flattery, success, and false security. That’s why Scripture calls us to vigilance. The choice to “not set foot” on certain paths means we recognize danger early and choose another way. It is far easier to avoid a compromise than to undo one. The enemy’s strategy has always been the same—convince believers that a little deviation won’t hurt. But the consequence is cumulative, and the price is always higher than it first appears.
When we stand firm, we not only protect ourselves but bear witness to others that God’s wisdom is trustworthy. Every time you say “no” to sin, you say “yes” to spiritual freedom. Every act of obedience writes another line in your testimony. The path of integrity may be narrow, but it leads to peace that wealth, success, and prestige can never provide.
The life of faith doesn’t call us to withdraw from the world—it calls us to walk through it wisely. Whether in friendships, business partnerships, or daily choices, God invites us to discernment rooted in love for His truth. The difference between George’s story and the believer’s hope is choice: one chose to trust in circumstance; the other can choose to trust in Christ.
If you find yourself surrounded by influences pulling you away from God’s standards, take a step back, pray, and realign your circle. Faithfulness isn’t about isolation; it’s about direction. Walk with the wise, and wisdom will find you.
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Manipulation Practices in Indonesian Startups: Key Causes
Discover the key causes behind manipulation practices in Indonesian startups, including fierce competition, weak regulations, and investor oversight.https://www.olamnews.com/business/3123/manipulation-practices-startups-indonesia-causes/
**📌 Gzewa Có Étical Hay Không Khi Gán SaaS Từ Code Client?**
Một người roman concerne việc xây dựng giải pháp cho khách hàng, sau đó tận dụng code binding để phát triển SaaS bán cho mô hình khác. Câu hỏi: G cíu là "x Fiora" hay không? Hai truyền cảmايير: Phillipsears vs. واحة hoàn toàn (project-based vs. subscription-based).
Bưu dссаng: Cần ý kiến về quyée ethics này!
#SaaS #EthicalPractice #BusinessEthics #SaaS_Việt #Q SchnylHạnchế #XâyDựngThịTrárs 賧
BUSINESS ETHICS effect a company past performance rating. Not meeting the associated challenges can jeopardize business success.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/10/20/business-ethics-feed-government-records-of-past-performance/
#GovernmentContracting #BusinessEthics
Final thought:
By systematically applying the ethical business model as a framework for meaningful work, you transform team motivation. It stops being a problem to solve and starts being a natural outcome of how you operate.
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#BusinessEthics #TeamMotivation #Leadership #ManagementTips #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #AntiBurnout #Productivity #PurposeDriven #AgileLeadership<｜begin▁of▁sentence｜> (9/9)
Nhà sáng lập SaaS độc lập băn khoăn về áp lực tâm lý và rủi ro pháp lý của các gói ưu đãi trọn đời (LTD). Anh ấy lo ngại về việc kiệt sức, dự án thất bại hay phá sản, và cách xử lý cam kết "truy cập trọn đời". Cộng đồng SaaS được hỏi về cách quản lý LTD và vấn đề hoàn tiền khi phá sản.
#SaaS #LifetimeDeals #Startup #BusinessEthics #KhởiNghiệp #ƯuĐãiTrọnĐời #PhápLý
https://www.reddit.com/r/SaaS/comments/1o4jf5i/fellow_indie_saas_founders_how_do_you/
Transparency and fair business practices are at the heart of every strong company.
The ongoing Direct Fairways lawsuit has raised important questions about how marketing and client relations are handled in the golf industry.
Read more details here: https://lawsuitzone.com/direct-fairways-lawsuit/
#DirectFairways #Lawsuit #ConsumerRights #BusinessEthics #GolfIndustry
"Kinh tế đồng cảm" đang trở thành một xu hướng gây tranh cãi trên các nền tảng livestream ở Trung Quốc. Nhiều livestreamer đã biến những nỗi đau cá nhân thành doanh thu khổng lồ, với những trường hợp đạt tới 900 tỷ đồng.
Xu hướng này đang đặt ra nhiều câu hỏi về đạo đức và ranh giới giữa nỗi đau riêng tư và mục đích thương mại.
#KinhTếĐồngCảm #Livestream #ThươngMạiĐiệnTử #ĐạoĐứcKinhDoanh #TrungQuốc #DoanhThu
#EmpathyEconomy #Livestreaming #Ecommerce #BusinessEthics #China #Revenue
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En su discurso magistral en el Global Business Investment Forum (WGF-GBIF) de febrero de 2024 en Bangkok, el Dr. Alfredo Sfeir-Younis abordó el calentamiento global como una responsabilidad colectiva que exige una profunda transformación humana y estructural. El exdirector del Banco Mundial urgió a repensar el crecimiento económico más allá de su magnitud, exigiendo su análisis desde la distribución, la sostenibilidad y la ética, un concepto central de su "Ethiconomy". Sfeir-Younis criticó las estructuras de gobernanza actuales por ser inadecuadas para una sociedad interconectada y reafirmó la importancia de la responsabilidad planetaria y la conservación de la naturaleza como un compromiso ineludible para el progreso.
🔗 https://youtu.be/BNDtceFbwOs
#AlfredoSfeirYounis #WGFGBIF #Keynote #EconomicEthics #PlanetaryResponsibility #GlobalWarming #ClimateAction #RethinkGrowth #GovernanceReform #CollectiveWellbeing #SustainableDevelopment #BusinessEthics #HumanTransformation #Ethiconomy #Bangkok2024
Doanh nhân Dương Anh Sơn, Chủ tịch HĐQT Công ty K-Homes, thừa nhận đã đưa hối lộ thẩm phán nhằm dàn xếp kết quả phiên tòa. Tuy nhiên, nỗ lực chạy án bất thành khiến ông phải đối mặt với đơn tố giác chính mình và nguy cơ xử lý kỷ luật. Sự việc phơi bày mặt tối trong các vụ kiện kinh doanh - thương mại liên quan đến công ty này. #ChạyÁn #HốiLộ #ThamNhũng #LegalScandal #JudicialCorruption #BusinessEthics
https://vietnamnet.vn/doanh-nhan-to-viec-tham-phan-nhan-hoi-lo-de-chay-an-va-cai-ket-khong-em-
Apparently, Chess.com is pioneering the art of charging you precisely what you don’t want to pay 💸 based on where you live 🌍. In a shocking revelation, businesses aim to make money... who knew? 🤯 This "case study" could have been summed up in two words: Price Gouging. 🎯
https://mobeigi.com/blog/economics/chesscom-regional-pricing/ #Chesscom #Pricing #PriceGouging #BusinessEthics #ConsumerAwareness #ChessNews #HackerNews #ngated
Corporate Sabotage Scandal Rocks South Africa’s Energy Sector ⚡
Full story
https://mzansiurbanreport.com/mantengu-corporate-sabotage/
#Mantengu #LibertyCoal #CorporateSabotage #EnergySector #SouthAfrica #BusinessEthics #LegalNews #Accountability #MzansiUrbanReport #CorporateGovernance #CompetitionLaw
Dans une société où l’on valorise le résultat avant tout : chiffres, KPI, croissance, rendement.
Peu importe comment on y arrive, du moment que le résultat est la.
Mais ce culte du résultat déconnecte progressivement nos activités du réel.
Dans la finance, la valeur s’éloigne de l’utilité.
Dans l’économie, la croissance infinie est posée comme horizon, alors que nous vivons dans un monde fini.
Cette logique mène inévitablement à des bulles : spéculatives, sociales, écologiques.
Et toute bulle finit par éclater.
Peut-être est-il temps de remettre au centre non pas seulement le résultat, mais également le processus, le sens et la durabilité.
#BusinessEthics #CorporateResponsibility #Sustainability #FutureOfWork #LongTermThinking #ProcessOverResults #HumanCentered
#Innovation #Resilience #SustainableGrowth #PositiveImpact #RethinkGrowth
#CallForPapers: The Sustainable #Corporation
Conference, #Groningen, Jan 2026
Can agents in corporations cooperate for sustainability? How can a theory of collective agency accommodate conflict, coercion, competition, power dynamics, and structural injustices? Can corporations and markets be organized such that value creation is compatible with competition in a global market?
#CfP deadline: before Nov 1
#sustainability #BusinessEthics #CorporateResponsibility #PPE
A clear principle cuts through complexity. It lets large teams act small and move with confidence.
Try this on your next big project. See how a simple filter changes what you build.
#ProjectManagement #AgileDevelopment #FDD #BusinessEthics #Leadership #Teamwork #Innovation #TechStrategy #StreamingPlatform #TrustBuilding (4/4)
1/8 New research reveals what makes corporate brands truly "conscientious" in stakeholders' eyes: It's not just CSR programs—it's authentic organizational purpose backed by ethical culture driving perception. #BusinessEthics #HigherEd
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