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Extraordinary Circumstances: The Journey of a Corporate Whistleblower,New
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The longer WorldCom Chief Audit Executive Cynthia Cooper stares at the entries in front of her, the more sinister they seem. But the CFO is badgering her to delay her team's audit of the company's books and directing others to block Cooper's efforts. Still, something in the pit of her stomach tells her to keep digging. Cooper takes readers behind the scenes on a riveting, realtime journey as she and her team work at night and behind closed doors to expose the largest fraud in corporate history. Whom can they trust? Could she lose her job? Should she fear for her physical safety?In Extraordinary Circumstances, she recounts for the first time her journey from her close family upbringing in a small Mississippi town, to working motherhood and corporate success, to the pressures of becoming a whistleblower, to being named one of Time's 2002 Persons of the Year. She also provides a rare insider's glimpse into the spectacular rise and fall of WorldCom, a telecom titan, the darling of Wall Street, and a Cinderella story for Mississippi.With remarkable candor, Cooper discusses her struggle to overcome these challenges, and how she has found healing through sharing the lessons learned with the next generation. This book reminds us all that ethical decisionmaking is not forged at the crossroads of major events but starts in childhood, 'decision by decision and brick by brick.'At a time when corporate dishonesty is dominating public attention, Extraordinary Circumstances makes it clear that the tone set at the top is critical to fostering an ethical environment in the workplace. Provocative, moving, and intensely personal, Extraordinary Circumstances is a wakeup call to corporate leaders and an intimate glimpse at a scandal that shook the business world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Extraordinary Circumstances'? A: The main theme of 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is the ethical dilemmas faced by corporate whistleblower Cynthia Cooper as she uncovers massive fraud at WorldCom, highlighting the importance of integrity and ethical decision-making in the corporate world.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Extraordinary Circumstances'? A: The author of 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is Cynthia Cooper, who served as the Chief Audit Executive at WorldCom and played a crucial role in exposing the company's fraudulent activities.
- Q: What type of book is 'Extraordinary Circumstances'? A: 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is a non-fiction memoir that recounts the author's personal experiences and challenges as a whistleblower during the WorldCom scandal.
- Q: How many pages does 'Extraordinary Circumstances' have? A: 'Extraordinary Circumstances' contains 416 pages, providing an in-depth look at the author's journey and the corporate environment during the fraud investigation.
- Q: When was 'Extraordinary Circumstances' published? A: 'Extraordinary Circumstances' was published on March 23, 2009.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Extraordinary Circumstances'? A: 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is available in paperback binding, making it a durable option for readers.
- Q: Is 'Extraordinary Circumstances' suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is suitable for educational purposes, especially for those studying business ethics, corporate governance, and the role of whistleblowers.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Extraordinary Circumstances'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the complexities of ethical decision-making in business, the pressures faced by whistleblowers, and the importance of integrity in corporate environments.
- Q: Does 'Extraordinary Circumstances' provide real-life examples of corporate fraud? A: Yes, the book provides real-life examples of corporate fraud, specifically detailing the rise and fall of WorldCom and the factors that contributed to its scandal.
- Q: Is 'Extraordinary Circumstances' a recommended read for corporate leaders? A: Yes, 'Extraordinary Circumstances' is recommended for corporate leaders as it offers insights into fostering an ethical work environment and the consequences of unethical behavior.