1. The writer presents the ethical dilemma of doing what is right, versus what is easy. The song is about the responsibility that comes with power, and the choices that must be made when one is in a position of authority.
Writer presents the ethical dilemma in a song called "The Weight" by The Band. The song is about a man who is asked to take on a burden that he does not want to, but feels obligated to do so. The song is about the ethical dilemma of doing what is right, versus what is easy. It is about the responsibility that comes with power, and the choices that must be made when one is in a position of authority.
2. The music or poem informs your thinking about ethics and ethical decisions (the one at issue in the song or poem, in general, and in business)?
The song "The Weight" by The Band informs my thinking about ethics and ethical decisions in business. The song is about the ethical dilemma of doing what is right, versus what is easy.It is the responsibility that comes with power, and the choices that must be made when one is in a position of authority.
3. For what reasons should business students listen to the song or read the poem?
Business students should listen to the song "The Weight" by The Band to learn about ethical dilemmas and the responsibility that comes with power. The song is about a man who is asked to take on a burden that he does not want to, but feels obligated to do so.
Listening to the song will help business students to understand the importance of making ethical decisions, and the responsibility that comes with being in a position of power.
4. The song begins with the man being asked to take on a burden, "Take a load off Fanny, take a load for free." The man is reluctant to do so, but feels obligated. He is weighed down by the responsibility, and struggling to make the right decision. "I pulled into Nazareth, was feeling about half past dead." The man is tired, and struggling to keep going. He is struggling with the decision he has to make.
The song continues, with the man making the decision to take on the burden. "I took a load off Fanny, and put the load right on me." The man has made the decision to do what is right, even though it is not easy. He is taking on a responsibility that he does not want, but knows he must. The song ends with the man making the decision to do what is right, even though it is not easy. "I took a load off Fanny, and put the load right on me." The man has made the decision to do what is right, even though it is not easy.
5. Why do you think it is important?
The song "The Weight" by The Band is important because it teaches the importance of making ethical decisions, and the responsibility that comes with being in a position of power.
6. How might it help to inform who you are as an individual or a business leader?
The song "The Weight" by The Band might help to inform who I am as an individual or a business leader by teaching me the importance of making ethical decisions. As a business leader, it is important to make ethical decisions and to take responsibility for the choices that are made.
7. How might it guide or inform people in making decisions?
People make decisions every day. Some of those decisions are easy, and some are difficult. The song "The Weight" by The Band helps guide people towards making the right decisions.
8. Could it serve as a mantra or credo of sorts for business managers/leaders? How?
The song "The Weight" by The Band could serve as a mantra or credo of sorts for business managers/leaders by teaching the importance of making ethical decisions, and the responsibility that comes with being in a position of power. It shows the ethical dilemma of doing what is right, versus what is easy.