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  • July–August 2019
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Where Is Your Company Most Prone to Lapses in Integrity?

By: Eugene F. Soltes
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Abstract

Every sizable organization has integrity gaps—areas where what’s considered appropriate behavior diverges from the norms set by its leaders. Within these pockets, things like offensive language, overly aggressive sales practices, or conflicts of interest may be overlooked or even implicitly condoned. Such lapses not only endanger the reputation of the company but also pose regulatory and liability risks.

Keywords

Integrity; Organizational Culture; Ethics

Citation

Soltes, Eugene F. "Where Is Your Company Most Prone to Lapses in Integrity?" Harvard Business Review 97, no. 4 (July–August 2019): 51–54.
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Eugene F. Soltes

Accounting and Management
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