If risky behavior can happen at the house of Morgan under the watchful eyes of Jamie Dimon, it can happen anywhere. It comes with the territory of employing people. I recall a study conducted by the security firm Pinkerton in the 1980s which concluded that 30% of the population will not only steal if an opportunity exists, but will actively create an opportunity to do so. Another forty percent will take the opportunity if they’re convinced they won’t get caught. Only 30% will not steal at all.
Five House Rules for Managing Risky Behavior
If risky behavior can happen at the house of Morgan under the watchful eyes of Jamie Dimon, it can happen anywhere. It comes with the territory of employing people. I recall a study conducted by the security firm Pinkerton in the 1980s which concluded that 30% of the population will not only steal if an […]
June 13, 2012
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