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ETHICS
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Credibility and Peace of Mind —
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improper behaviour is something we hear about from news reports.
When we do, we shrug our shoulders and assume this type of behaviour
is typical of government or big business. Upon reflection, is
this a fair assumption? Not really. Unethical behaviour occurs
at every level of our society.
The
Merriam-Webster Dictionary cites ethics as "the discipline
dealing with what is good and bad and moral duty and obligation"
along with "the principles of conduct governing an individual
or a group".
Most
of us don't consciously apply ethical principles to our activities.
Instead, we almost automatically react to the demands of our lives
based on past experience and our needs. Once in a while, though,
our inner voice or a flash of guilt lets us know we are in a grey
area of conduct. When this happens, it's a timely warning and
an opportunity to 'walk the talk' of our personal ethical code.
There's
no such thing as 'The Ethical Code of Conduct' - a one size fits
all version. It's up to each of us, individuals and businesses
alike, to construct our own code. No two will be alike; but, there
are guidelines that can work for everyone, including:
- Understanding
right from wrong and deciding how we ought to act;
- Knowing
that the end does not justify the means if we're not acting
ethically;
- Applying
life's golden rule and treating others as we want to be treated;
- Remembering
that if something doesn't feel right, it likely isn't.
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behaviour starts with a single person and radiates outward in
its effect on our world and there are good reasons for living
a consciously ethical life.
- We
strengthen our moral character.
- We
enhance our self esteem by doing the right thing.
- Our
reputation and credibility remain intact.
Perhaps
the most important reason is living in a place of inner peace
with a clear conscience.
CLIENT
APPRECIATION
It's
always a good idea to let your clients know you appreciate their
business. Many companies do this at Christmastime.
Why
not stand out from the rest and do it at another time of year,
perhaps at Thanksgiving? Sending a card, gift or other appropriate
item at this time will have a greater impact and it will be remembered
more than if it is sent along with a hundred other things at a
busy time of year.
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Quote
"Good
people do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while
bad people will find a way around the laws."
~
Plato~
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