Charles Spinelli

    Charles Spinelli Highlights the Risks of Turning Corporate Social Responsibility into a Marketing Tool Corporate S ocial R esponsibility (CSR) has become a central part of modern business strategy. Companies across industries promote their environmental, social and governance efforts as evidence of their commitment to doing good. But Charles Spinelli warns that when CSR becomes more about brand image than genuine impact, it risks crossing an ethical line. Purpose-driven initiatives that are hollow or misleading can damage trust, erode credibility and ultimately harm the very communities they claim to serve.     The Danger o f Ethics-Washing   When CSR initiatives are designed primarily to enhance public perception rather than address real-world challenges, they fall into what many call ethics- washing. It happens when companies make bold claims about social or environmental efforts while failing to follow through with meaningful action. Ethics-washing not...

    How Charles Spinelli Encourages Ethical Approaches to Tracking Remote Employee Activity The shift to remote work has transformed the way organizations oversee their teams. As employees log in from home offices, coffee shops or coworking spaces, many businesses have introduced monitoring tools aimed at tracking productivity and ensuring accountability. Charles Spinelli points out that this trend raises crucial ethical questions. Is digital oversight a necessary support system, or does it cross the line into invasive surveillance? The answer lies in how companies balance operational needs with respect for privacy, autonomy and dignity in this new work environment.     The Thin Line Between Oversight a nd Intrusion   Remote work monitoring can take many forms. Employers might use software that logs hours, tracks keystrokes, records browser activity or even takes periodic screenshots. While these tools offer visibility into employee workflows, they can also creat...