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Lobby Hobby: Balancing Stakeholders And Religious Freedom In Business Ethics

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Two Cases Introduction Case studies are important intense analysis of a person, group, or event that has been studied over time. Case studies are used by researchers to help guide them in the right direction. The cases of “Hobby Lobby: Balancing Stakeholders and Religious Freedom in Business Decisions” and “Starbuck’s Mission: Social Responsibility and Brand Strength” are two case studies that have been examined over a period of time. Hobby Lobby is known for its foundation on biblical principles, but Hobby Lobby has still faced several ethical challenges the put the company at risk. Starbucks is greatly known to all, and especially for its brand building strategies using social and ethical activities. These two cases have their good and bad things about them, but overall these cases provide others with useful knowledge. Case One: “Hobby Lobby: Balancing Stakeholders and Religious Freedom in Business Decisions” …show more content…

“Hobby Lobby has faced several minor controversies in relation to its Christion-based value structure” (Ferrell; Pg. 472). Companies will face tremendous backlash if they forced their religious beliefs on their employees, consumers, and other stakeholders. No one wants to be told what to believe in, especially in the world today, everyone’s views are very board. A company has no control if their employees, consumers, and other stakeholders share their same beliefs. If a company is not on the same page with their employees, consumer, and other stakeholders then it creates a toxic work environment. No one wants to work for someone that forces them to be and act a certain

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