Using Social Media For Hiring Process

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Using social media for hiring process is more closely related to act utilitarianism. The reason for this is although Jack did not get the position he desired. Choosing the greatest action for the greatest good would be to not hire Jack based on his social media. Instead, it is best to continue the search to find the right person suited for the position because the right person will produce the greatest possible happiness for the greatest possible number. Choosing to invade Jack’s privacy and reviewing his social media is the ethical decision to be made. If Jack were to change his social media or not have a social media, then the possibility of Jack getting the job would be higher than it is now, but would not benefit the company. This option would affect the co-workers, Laura, the company and Jack. Hiring Jack may not produce the most good because he complains online about his current job, there is a possibility he could do the same if he would have got the job in Laura’s company. This would show to Jack’s co-workers and his company that he does not deserve to belong to the company. It is unprofessional to talk bad about a current employment, especially if it is broadcasted online for everyone, including coworkers to be informed with such information. If Jack was confronted by Laura for his social media, then there is a possibility that he can change his social media, by deleting his posts, or just changing his outlook on what to put online because it affects his future in applying for jobs. This option would do the greatest good because it allows Laura to continue the search to find the right person for the job. It will benefit the co worker and company because they will have an employee who is more devoted and more fit for the... ... middle of paper ... ...steps for critical thinking overall helps one understand the possible outcomes as well. Understanding every option possible, used in the analysis can help one choose which option will benefit everyone the most. The steps used in evaluation helps one focus on their argument. Thinking about the of counterarguments that are going to be faced and providing sufficient response to defend the argument also helps towards finding the best solution, and if it 's the right one. If one can not provide the best response to defend one 's decision, then maybe the solution chosen is not the right one. Using research helps towards defending one 's argument as well because it provides specific information regarding the topic. Overall, using critical thinking process can help anyone towards an ethical issue if one applies all the steps required, then one will find the right solution.

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