Case study 15.3 Ship Shape

1.) The chapter states that "a leader's choices are also influenced by their moral development." Applying Kohlberg's stages of moral development to this case: at what stage would you classify Captain Crozier's level of moral reasoning? Why? at what stage would you classify Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly's level of moral reasoning? Why? what about Rear Admiral Stuart Baker? Why? what level would you classify Defense Secretary Mark Esper? Why?

2.)The chapter outlines three different approaches to assessing consequences-- ethical egoism, utilitarianism, and altruism.

a. which of these approaches do you feel most accurately summarizes captain Brett Crozier's approach? Why?

b. which of these do you feel most accurately summarizes acting secretary Thomas Moy's approach? Why?

c. Which approach applies to Rear Admiral Stuart Baker?

3.) What elements described in the Toxic Leadership Triangle, were evident in this case? Do

you think there are examples of destructive leadership in this case? Explain your answer.

4.) The chapter outlines five Principles of Ethical Leadership. Which of these principles

applied to Captain Brett Crozier's leadership? Which principles applied to Thomas

Modly's leadership?