Shariq Malouf is close to being hired for a job he really wants. The position is a project manager in the IT department of a large corporation. He is on his third interview with Alicia Rhodes, who would be his supervisor. Ms. Rhodes asks for a detailed account of Shariq's most recent projects. Shariq signed a nondisclosure agreement with his current employer, who happens to be one of the corporation's competitors. He explains this fact to Ms. Rhodes. She says, "I need to know that you are capable of handling this job. Anything you say won't leave this room, I assure you."

• Should Shariq give information about his recent work? Why or why not?
• Would your answer change if:
  • Shariq knew and trusted Alicia Rhodes? Justify your answer.
  • Shariq had been dismissed unfairly from his last job? Justify your answer.
  • The two companies were not competitors? Justify your answer.
  • The nondisclosure agreement was about to expire? Justify your answer.