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Synopsis
What makes a job ethical? Who truly holds power in the workplace? And why does it matter now more than ever?
In Employment Ethics: Redefining the Employer–Employee Relationship, these questions form the foundation for a fresh perspective on modern work. For too long, ethical responsibility has been unfairly placed on workers, while employers—driven by profit and protected by power—often avoid accountability. This book challenges that imbalance by redefining employment as a transactional relationship, not a personal favor or moral crusade.
Drawing from real-world examples, historical context, and foundational principles such as Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, this book offers a clear, accessible guide to understanding what ethical employment should look like in practice.
Inside, you’ll discover:
● The four core pillars of work ethic—and how they’re often exploited
● Why employers are not inherently leaders—and shouldn’t be treated as such
● The hidden cost of toxic and imbalanced workplace dynamics
● What employer ethics are—their history and why they matter
● Practical tools for evaluating your current employment relationship
Whether you’re a gig worker, office employee, frontline nurse, or engineer,
Employment Ethics empowers you to recognize unethical practices, demand better, and understand your value in any workplace.
Employment ethics is more than just fair wages and inclusion. It is employee well-being, employer legacy, and community sustainability.
Let’s redefine our relationship with work…on our terms.
Author Bio
Dr. Travis Schachtner’s views on leadership and employment ethics are shaped by decades of hard work and personal experience. Growing up on a family farm in rural Wisconsin, he learned that all work has a basic value that should be respected. His journey in leadership has taken him through various roles in public service, private industry, elected positions, and the military. Dr. Schachtner holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Leadership, as well as a Doctorate in Career and Technical Education Leadership. His approach to leadership is influenced by Maslowian principles and ROL (Romanticization of Leadership) Theory. This approach requires leaders to develop an understanding and work to address the needs of all potential followers so that strong relationships can be created.
