Can a single person stop corruption in an organization?

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If you have the right back-up and support yes. Steve had the support, he did not get it from Roxy though but in the end he had it.
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With the right attitude and respect for the choice of others around you, I am sure trends can be changed. First, a change you want should begin with you, then you will see many following you for choosing to change what everyone knows is bad. So, gradually one person can fight corruption in an organization, as people begin to join up.
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Although it is very impossible, I believe one person can end corruption. The sole requirement is that the person must possess an incredible amount of strength and the proper attitude. The most crucial thing would be to persevere and make an effort to persuade others of their wrongdoing because this will be quite difficult.
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Although it is very impossible, I believe one person can end corruption. The sole requirement is that the person must possess an incredible amount of strength and the proper attitude. The most crucial thing would be to persevere and make an effort to persuade others of their wrongdoing because this will be quite difficult.
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It may sound impossible but a single person can stop a corruption in a whole big system, every effort towards fighting corruption counts even when it can't be seen now, in the future someone might just need to build on the work someone else started
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A single person can not stop corruption in a society but he/she can act as an activist to stir the heart of others to achieve a common goal.
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Realistically, I don’t think it’s possible, especially a system where corruption is the call of the day. It will just attract more dangers to him and family. Any body that wants to personally fight irruption must make sure he does not have anything to lose, like his family.
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A single person cannot stop corruption, to stop corruption there must be a joint effort. Change can only come about when everyone is determined to enforce it.
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It is not possible for a single person to change corruption in a system. There is a saying that a single tree does not make a forest and I strongly agree with his
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It is not possible for a single person to change corruption in a system. There is a saying that a single tree does not make a forest and I strongly agree with this. Change in a corrupt system is only acheiveable if few individuals are willing to work together.
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I don't think a single person can cause a change in any corrupt system, rather he or she can attract others who will join In the fight against corruption.
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I also had this question on my mind the entire time I was reading the novel. It seems like a vain dream. They can’t do it alone but they can rally other people’s help.
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True, Steve was a one-man-squad and his efforts were being frustrated, but that doesn't mean a single man can't fight corruption.
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I think it is possible because change starts with one person then others will emulate his or her footstep. With this approach, I think one person can fight against corruption.
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Shillah Andeso wrote: 11 Aug 2022, 14:21 I think it can happen. A single man like Steve, with the right mindset, can be able to tackle matters of corruption effectively. Although it may be hard work and also frustrating, if the work smart they will ultimately be there.
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