*Finally, will the dishonest act pass the test of publicity? Lies are often motivated by self-interest that will not be persuasive to other interested parties such as employees, stockholders, the press, or regulatory agencies. [[Individuals]] and companies that apply these tests may, indeed, conclude that honesty is the best policy. | *Finally, will the dishonest act pass the test of publicity? Lies are often motivated by self-interest that will not be persuasive to other interested parties such as employees, stockholders, the press, or regulatory agencies. [[Individuals]] and companies that apply these tests may, indeed, conclude that honesty is the best policy. |