Is it ethically questionable to work for a Casino Company?  I wouldn't be working on the floor or anything, It would be an administrative role for the broader company... thoughts?
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If you believe that gaming and the promotion of gaming is a sin, then yes, I would believe it to be ethically questionable to work for a Casino Company, even in an administrative role, because even as an administrator, you are still supporting the company ideals.\n\nNow, given the choice of working an ethically questionable job, or not having a job at all, in order to put food on the table, then by all means, take the job.
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The URL, you sent with your question, is rather interesting! About realities on ground, since you are actually present in the company; who else, but you should be the best judge as to your own suitability, in that environment? Additionally, consult your trusted, experienced friends, who are in the know of things.
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Gambling is a vice that leads to bondage for some. (not all)\nThose that engage in the gambling trade consider it cheating.\nWhat is your motive for beating the system? What is the condition of your heart? This is where God looks, this is where God will judge. Do you wish to get rich quick? Then remember Prov 28:22.\n\nMichael Jordan is engaging in an occupation. This occupation happens to be a sport. His talent was tremendous, but it did not involve cheating, rather it involved out maneuvering the opponent. If he were to intentionally miss a shot because he could get more money for throwing a game, that would be immoral.\n\nI'm all for games of knowledge like Ken Jennings winning 2 million on Jeopardy. He had to play by the rules of the house. If you were to sit and ask the owners of a casino if it was within the rules of the house that you count cards, what would they say? You have to play by their rules--and yes, they gauge everything so that the house wins. But it is still their corporation you are engaging in this activity. The Bible says to do unto others as you would have them do unto you (Matthew 7:12). I consider it "cheating for monitery gain" and thereby I classified it in my own life as immoral. However, I also understand that it could be a point of argument, which is why I am glad you brought it up. I revisited the subject coming from your perspective.\n\nI rarely agree with your posts wrathpuppet, however, the tone of this question was honest and straight-forward. Remember, however, that I am speaking to believers who want their life to be true to the Word of God. I am not talking to those who do not believe the Bible.
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In most states, being a bookie is illegal.  I've known people that own a bar that take bets, write your name and bet down and if you win they (the  bookie) has to pay you what the horse pays.  However. if the person who bets loses then you (the bookie) get to keep the money.  It's too much paper work and very confusing.
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I don't see this as an ethics issue. In a capitalistic system, a job description is given for a job that usually includes "and all other duties as they may arise". This implies that a job is usually defined not just by the specific tasks to be done, but the ability to be flexible and work as a team. In a good company, this kind of attitude toward work will result in eventual advancement. If it doesn't and the worker is doing more work than someone is in a similar job, then the "competitive wage" result would kick in and that person can expect to find work elsewhere either in a higher paying job with their expanded experience or in a same paying job with less "extra" responsibility. No one has to stay in a job they don't like when unemployment is so low as it is these days. There are always other options. \n\nOnly, don't quit a job until you have another job. It is usually easier to get hired in another job when you are already employed.
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If you reeeally need this job, I'd go to the Labor Board. It sounds like A$Shole wanted to find a reason to get rid of you.  You might come out on top in this one, but even so, will your employers make your job a living hell by always looking for legal ways to fire you again and again? Just think it over.  "Choose your battles" was some of the best advice I ever got.
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First answer here is good, but I might disagree.  \n\nIs the co-worker going to be out some substantial money because of this?\n\nDoes the boss have the right under company policy to do what he is doing?\n\nThose are a couple of questions that come to mind right off the top.  You need to decide if you wish to continue to work for someone with these kinds of ethics.  If he's really doing something unethical to your co-worker, what makes you think he won't do it to you?  \n\nYou don't say, but is your business licensed by some government agency?  Is it possible that agency might just "happen" to stumble in for an inspection and be able to see what you're talking about?  Is it possible your co-worker can find out on their own in such a way that your boss wouldn't be able to assume it was coming from you?  \n\nWhat would your co-worker say or think about you if they found out you knew and did not tell them?  Is that important to you?  \n\nAny chance the client might call to speak with your co-worker about the file?  Would doing so alert your co-worker to the fact that the file had been "misplaced"?\n\nYou're in a tough spot.  Good luck with this.
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It's called a conflict of interest.  How can he be an employee and competitor at the same time?  He may use info from DK at his own company and dip in on their profits.  Would you want your competition knowing all your secrets?  I think not. They made a wise business decision-- that's all.
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Once I wrote in a forum, that they sponsored, and got a reply from Tom asking me if I would be interested in being a regular writer on their team, but I declined.  I used to be a stockbroker with a large firm and I wrote about why I thought the average large stock brokerage firms overcharged for the dismal advice that their stockbrokers, who actually are nothing but overpaid salesmen, gave.  I didn't want to get in the middle of a lawsuit with my employer.  After-all, they have more money for lawyers than I have.  But the threat of lawsuits is how they keep the truth sequestered.\nThe Motley Fools boys seem to do their homework, but in the end, I haven't seen anyone say that their stock picks are better than anywhere else. Learn why someone recommends something.  Don't just place a bet.  In investing there is an old saying, "ride your winners and sell your losers".  Like many other advice columns, they tend to brag about their winners and keep quiet about their losers.
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I do wish I could win the lottery and just be done with work!  Or at least get enough money to start my own business so I can make my own decisions and I am not busting my butt for someone else.  If you really like what you are doing then it's worth it to work.  The problem is if you really like something it is usually a hobby and not too many people can make a living from a hobby-that's why it's a hobby.  So I guess it's a no win situation.  Lottery here I come!
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I disagree with proposals to legalize slot machines.  I know too many people who would put their rent money in the machines if they had an opportunity.  I'm against gambling.....)(
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True, this isn't a place for advertising, but people do it all the time. Nor is it a place to look for employees, but if it's a legit offer then this post is better than many of the others I have seen get by.\n\nI am interested. But I am in the wrong state and not licensed. Good luck finding someone to become a positive addition to your community!
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Anyone working Customer Service has had (and will continue to have) these days. I usually let loose on the last day of one of these jobs when every customer with a stupid question gets an HONEST response, whether they like it or not! Why? Because no one can do anything! What are they gonna do? Fire me? I've already quit! Lol!
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It really depends on the location. When I was in my early 20's (seems so long ago), I bartended in a pretty popular club while going to school. I only worked 3-4 nights a week, and I earned over 60k a year. I would walk out with about $400 a night. It's a lot of late nights, and you could get caught up in it, but if you are young it's great. A good friend of mine, never went to school, started waiting tables at 18, by 23, he was the head bartender at a popular local bar, and now, at 29, he is the head bartender at the Wynn Casino in Vegas, he easily makes $1000 a shift...
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Going and getting a statement of loss from the casino is a GREAT idea! Most don't offer such things....but if yours does, then do it so you have documentation for tax purposes! Honestly, I don't know if it is exempt or not. You should go see a CPA about that.
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It is not illegal under federal law, but in most states it is illegal to bet on any game of chance, and it doesn't matter how the betting is done, it is illegal. The fact that it all technically takes place offshore is irrelevant. There is no decent way to enforce it, however.
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7-11 stores are all company owned and operated.  You can not own one.  You might think the profit margin is good, however the markup on the types of items they sell is small.  They rely on volume and higher cost for convenience.  You would probably make more money being a management employee than gambling in this business.