The Importance of a Strong Moral Identity in the Workplace

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People with strong moral identities should seek to deliberately offset this suppression during critical interactions, the researchers say. They encourage employees to strive to embody the values they possess while simultaneously cultivating social exchanges that are pleasant and enjoyable. "It's not a sufficient condition. It's just necessary"

Is character destiny, or can fluky decisions or tiny shifts in weather patterns fundamentally change who we are? Does the existence or non-existence of alternate universes have any bearing on freedom and responsibility? David and Tamler conclude their discussion of Ted Chiang’s “Anxiety is the Dizziness of Freedom” along with another very short piece by Chiang called “What’s Expected of Us” that was first published in Nature.

Plus, do you have low likability in the workplace? It could be because you’re too moral and therefore not that funny. But don’t worry, we have a solution that’ll help you increase your humor production and likability with no reduction in morality. All you have to do is listen!