1) Discuss the ethical issues involved in this case. The ethical issues involved with this case are that Dr. Layblame should have never left the work assignment early because it was not honest nor fair to others on the team, Frank should have consulted with Ronald before committing to the early departure time with Dr. Layblame, and Ronald should have corrected the situation instead of trying to “sandbag” the team participants after the fact. Neither three were forthcoming in what was happening after the assignment. While there should have been some room for freedom of choice to leave early if the work was completed, they were instructed not to leave early. Ronald, knowing the itinerary, should have rectified the situation early and asked then
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I would have discussed the situation with Ronald before even booking the flight and verifying the information with Dr. Layblame. Ronald, being Frank’s supervisor, should have been informed about the change of plans as soon as possible, especially since they were instructed not to leave the assignment early. Had I followed Frank’s steps, I would have asked for a meeting involving Ronald, Dr. Layblame and myself to clarify the situation and to quell and confusion.
3) What should Frank have said if his manager said, “You should have reported Dr. Layblame”? Actually, Frank should have reported Dr. Layblame. He should accept what the manager is saying and be prepared to be reprimanded for disobeying a direct order and not discussing the change with upper management.
4) How would you describe Ronald’s management style? Ronald’s style of management is suspect. He knew that they were leaving early and could have rectified the situation. He knew what time the flight was, but chose to be unavailable for several days after the incident. He never discussed the parameters of what happened with Dr. Layblame. It is as if he wanted to catch Frank unexpectedly so that he can have a reason to reprimand him on the basis of leaving early and not trying to call him at any point. Again, Frank would have saved himself trouble by contacting Ronald; however, Ronald made sure the situation played out so that he could have the bully pulpit against
I would have discussed the situation with Ronald before even booking the flight and verifying the information with Dr. Layblame. Ronald, being Frank’s supervisor, should have been informed about the change of plans as soon as possible, especially since they were instructed not to leave the assignment early. Had I followed Frank’s steps, I would have asked for a meeting involving Ronald, Dr. Layblame and myself to clarify the situation and to quell and confusion.
3) What should Frank have said if his manager said, “You should have reported Dr. Layblame”? Actually, Frank should have reported Dr. Layblame. He should accept what the manager is saying and be prepared to be reprimanded for disobeying a direct order and not discussing the change with upper management.
4) How would you describe Ronald’s management style? Ronald’s style of management is suspect. He knew that they were leaving early and could have rectified the situation. He knew what time the flight was, but chose to be unavailable for several days after the incident. He never discussed the parameters of what happened with Dr. Layblame. It is as if he wanted to catch Frank unexpectedly so that he can have a reason to reprimand him on the basis of leaving early and not trying to call him at any point. Again, Frank would have saved himself trouble by contacting Ronald; however, Ronald made sure the situation played out so that he could have the bully pulpit against