Week 3 Reading Reflection

This week's reading was really interesting because it addressed a lot of the things people don't see. You don't see how running a business affects someone and you don't see what exactly runs through a person's mind when they are making decisions and weighing options.

I think one of the things I found surprising was the breakdown of the classification of decisions using an ethical and legal framework. I guess it's because you don't usually think of your decisions being made with those considerations. Most often than not it feels like there are 100 other things being factored into a decision and so now I find it interesting just how much the framework in figure 2.2 applies.

One small thing that confused me was the explanation of the Type A personality while leaving out an explanation of other types of personality. It was as if Type A should be the only personality applicable to most Entrepreneurs.

Lastly one thing I believe the author was wrong about was management adhering to a high moral code. It was written "yes," because it is good business, however, there are a lot of products and even business practices we are exposed to everyday that would say otherwise. If there was morality, I would have to believe that cell phone companies don't tack on these absurd charges, you only find out about in fine print or once the bill comes. I would also be forced to believe that cars today are made stronger and sturdier than cars 50 years ago. Bumpers are replaceable by hand these days. The free market, I feel, runs strong even on the back of low moral standards.