HONESTY IN BUSINESS

The act of bluffing in business is a largely debated concept. I have provided substantial evidence in support of two different views on the reasoning behind why bluffing in business is seen as positive and also the negative aspects and overall consequences it can cause. Both philosophers Carr and Bowie apply relevant concepts in support of their opinions. Carr looks at bluffing as a game strategy while Bowie feels that business should not be looked at as a game of poker and utilize strategies that will provide a cooperative and non-adversarial work environment.

Business bluffing as defined by Albert Z. Carr is the practice of deception in business transactions with customers, dealers, labor unions, government officials and so forth (page 44). Omitting pertinent facts, exaggerations, and providing conscious misstatements, are calculated steps taken by