Leaders may engage in unethical behavior due to various factors, including:
1. Pressure to Meet Targets: High-pressure environments and unrealistic performance targets can lead leaders to cut corners or engage in fraud. 2. Personal Gain: Financial incentives, power, or personal advantage can tempt leaders to act unethically. 3. Lack of Accountability: Inadequate oversight and weak governance structures may allow unethical behavior to go unchecked. 4. Cultural Norms: A corporate culture that implicitly condones unethical actions can influence leaders to follow suit.