My entry yesterday about growth prompted Credo Advisors to reflect on the ethical challenges that growth can bring.
While it may seem obvious that ethical issues might start to crop up (or increase in frequency) with growth, I’m often surprised by how many businesses get caught off guard anyway. I’ve personally fallen victim in the past, having been blindsided by issues regarding key personnel that I missed during the initial vetting process. In my case, I tend to be a very idealistic and trusting person and typically think that anyone who wants to work with me has the same motives.
Quite true. Every person you hire can contribute in some way to the evolution of your culture. Pick the wrong people, and their contributions can take your culture in the wrong direction.