Ethical Business Practices

Ethical Business Practices

In the current business climate it appears that ethics is a second or third thought. In some cases it seems as though business ethics is non-existent. In order to be successful in any business, whether brick and mortar or home based, we... [more]

In the current business climate it appears that ethics is a second or third thought. In some cases it seems as though business ethics is non-existent. In order to be successful in any business, whether brick and mortar or home based, we find ourselves questioning; should I go for the fast buck and not give a rats diddly about my customer? Or should I run a clean and honest operation and build it slowly with long term growth in mind?

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Ethical Behavior     Ethics play a quiet, yet large part of our lives. Ethics come into play when we work, when we play, and at any time that we are interacting with others. Ethics are a set of rules that we each live by, essentially, although they are generally unwritten rules. Ethical behavior means that you are living, working, or playing in an ethical way – by the set of standards that are generally considered to be right or good. Because we each have our own moral code, laws were written to protect us. Many of these laws are based on ethics, while ... Read Full Story
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Do ethics play into your business decisions? The chances are very good that this is not a question that you have asked yourself, and it is also quite possibly a question that nobody else has ever asked of you. However, if your business is going to be successful, or retain any successes that it has had in the past, ethics must absolutely play into all of your business decisions. Too often, the general public believes that all business decisions are based on the company’s bottom line. Unfortunately, it is unethical companies who have given the public this perception; however there are countless companies in ... Read Full Story
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Whether you are buying crisps, pet food or office equipment - look for the logo! The Ethical Accreditation Scheme has been running for many years, helping to identify the most ethical companies in all areas of the market. All those who pass the basic criteria can then display the Good Shopping Guide Logo on their products and websites so that you know you are choosing from the best out there. For example did you know something as simple as choosing Sainsbury’s over Spar or Teacher’s whisky over Bell’s could be affecting the environment and even peoples lives? What Is The Scheme About? The Ethical ... Read Full Story
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Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Ethical Business Practices". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story
At a young age we are taught the difference between right and wrong, but time and again, public figures demonstrate that sometimes personal interests can get the best of us. In a society that demands instant gratification, it is easy to want to take shortcuts in life as opposed to investing in hard work.  
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A recent study is suggesting that moral behavior may be encouraged with nothing more than clean smells. The Brigham Young University professor found a "dramatic improvement in ethical behavior with just a few spritzes of citrus-scented Windex." "The researchers see implications for workplaces, retail stores and other organizations that have relied on traditional surveillance and security measures to enforce rules. [] Perhaps the findings could...  
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Last week, Fortune magazine published a and#8220;kiss and telland#8221; story by Steven Rattner about his experiences as part of the U.S. auto task force, a post he resigned last summer. He followed up with a speech and several interviews.  
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If you're worried about whether or not your employees behave ethically, a pair of MBA professors have come up with a simple solution: spray a little citrus-scented Windex in their work environment.  
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Wander into a Washington, D.C.-area courtroom during jury selection some time, and you're likely to encounter a group of citizens similar to the pool for former U.S. Rep. William Jefferson's recent trial. Because the trial took place in Alexandria ...  
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Citizen photo journalists would do well to take guidance from the history and time-tested, ethical guidelines of those who have blazed the trail of photojournalism.  
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