Corina’s article on ethical business practices is very interesting, however, I believe that her comment that “[Businesses’] only behave ethically if they are caught having unethical practices.” is not accurate. I feel that this is a generalization of businesses that seek to achieve financial profit in any means necessary.

One example of an ethical company is Ten Tree. It was founded because it wanted to create a positive environmental impact. They plant ten trees for every clothing item that is bought.

Because not all businesses willingly behave ethically, consumer pressures are necessary. In this sense I believe Corina and I share the same views. Nowadays, consumers have the power to change a companies’ practices by damaging reputation. The company’s change to a more ethical solution is not out of their own will, but still benefits it’s shareholders.

More companies that audit a businesses’ ethical practices are being founded. Through this, we can pressure more businesses that do not have ethical standards in their organizational culture.