Fairness

Why Do Managers Focus on Equality

I have been very clear that you can’t treat people equally, but you can treat them fairly. So why do so many managers strive for...

Diversity and Fairness

Being fair (not equal) with employees is necessary to be a great manager. With an emphasis on diversity and inclusion, this becomes even...

Business Schools Need to Teach Fairness/Empathy

I am not a fan of business schools. I got my MBA (at night while working) and while I did learn some things, it wasn't nearly enough to...

Fairness and Standards

I occasionally get questions about fairness that go something like this: If I treat people as individuals, does that mean that everyone...

Treating People Equally is a Folly

I have cognitive difference when it comes to equality. I grew up being told and believing that we want to treat everyone equally. It...

Are Fair and Right the Same Thing?

There are certain topics where the end result and the decision making progress are fairly black and white. When it comes to feedback or...

Is This Fairness?

Not often I get to write about the Supreme Court, but here we go. With Justice Steven Breyer retiring this week, the choice of the next...

Greed Isn't Necessary

I heard someone on TV the other day (I can't remember who) say "greed is necessary for success". Part of the reason that I can't remember...