Group members influence each other’s behavior through the development and enforcement of norms, that is, essentially through peer pressure. In general, this process is positive as it helps get the job done. On the other side, complying with illegal or unethical norms can lead to disasters, as it did at Enron.

1. Should employees be able to “do their own thing” without group enforcement of norms?

2. Is it ethical and socially responsible for groups to develop and enforce norms? If yes, what type of ethical standards should a group have?