Fostering Ethical Conduct Through Psychological Safety

Abstract

In a world of increased scrutiny for corporations of all types, it is more essential than ever that when misconduct happens or difficult problems arise, there is a strong ethical climate for surfacing information so that leaders can respond quickly and appropriately. An environment in which employees feel comfortable reporting such issues is also vital to preventing future misconduct. Here, Ferrere et al analyze the perceptions of those who report misconduct against those of "silent bystanders"