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The Benefits of Being Loyal
When employees are loyal, both they and their organizations benefit. Loyal employees tend to have stronger bonds with others because of loyalty’s “binding effect.” These strong bonds are important for cooperation and the pursuit of shared organizational goals.
In addition, being loyal to your employer can improve your own performance, reduce job-related stress, and open up new opportunities.
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The Risks of Being Too Loyal
Loyalty can also foster unethical behavior if not managed.
For instance, research has shown that employees that are too loyal to their organizations are less likely to blow the whistle on corruption. They feel that they are part of a community and want to protect that community, which can mean overlooking wrongdoing.
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If you see something, say something
When something looks or feels wrong, say something to your colleagues or managers. Although your loyalty to your organization may lead you to worry about “rocking the boat,” remember that silence is often what enables wrongdoing to continue.
If you have already established your loyalty at work, you are likely someone who the organization trusts and values.
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Don’t compete — collaborate
Look for ways to collaborate with your coworkers rather than compete with them. When workplaces get competitive, people start to lose sight of what is ethical and unethical.
They become focused on helping their team win at all costs, which can blind them to the ethical consequences of their behavior.
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