...Integrity Essay by Mr. X Integrity is probably the most important value any person needs to have. People do not like to follow leaders, who preach one thing but do another. When talking about the working place this value is extremely essential since nobody would like to work with somebody that lacks integrity. I have witness Soldiers in my current job which are a prime example of a Soldier who integrity level is pretty low. I had a sergeant assigned to my section which decided to go out and have some drinks with another Soldier which was new in the army and he was pretty young and inexperienced in a lot of things, the army life was new to him, after having a few drinks, neither of them were in a condition to drive, however the sergeant allowed the Soldier to drive and as result of his action the Soldier received a DUI, and eventually he end up receiving a GOMOR from a two stars general, which pretty much will put a stop to his career. However the next day when the command sergeant major interview the sergeant to find out the facts about the accident, the sergeant tried to the denied of his presence during the incident. This as you can imagine brought the moral pretty low to his platoon since the Soldier realized what kind of leader he in reality was. He had not integrity as a Soldier, as a person and as a leader, eventually he end up getting a letter of reprimand from the brigade commander and as you can imagine the Soldier did not showed any kind of respect toward his...
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... National Communications Security Instruction (NACSI) 4006 (See AR 380–40) * FM-1 3. Reflect on the ethical values and their ramifications. * Loyalty – Remaining loyal to the overall mission of safeguarding the nations security from enemies both foreign and domestic * Duty – Fulfilling my duties as an NCO by remaining professional and ensuring proper attention is brought to this situation * Honor – The men and women that could be in potential danger if classified information got into the wrong hands * Integrity- Not compromising my integrity just to cover up for someone else and a mistake * Personal Courage – Having the courage to do the right thing even if it meant that someone could face punishment for a security violation 4. Consider other applicable moral principles. * Self-less service – Putting myself on the...
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...decision and her right to share whether she had taken and passed the test. She may have in her mind, decided that until she had passed the test; it was not the firm’s business as to her personal affairs. I am of the opinion that all are innocent until proven guilty. With that said, she would have had a chance to defend herself before all that were questioning her. I would have to take into account the other merits of her work, as well as, track record on other issues. The process should not have been isolated to one specific instance. 2. In answer to the question, I do not it believe it is possible to fulfill the responsibilities of a professional role while lacking personal integrity. The responsibilities and allegiances of an auditor are to the public. The most critical characteristic for an auditor to possess is integrity. If the public or a firm believes that an auditor is less than...
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...Alcoa’s Case Study 2 1. How would you classify Alcoa’s ethical climate? Which ethical criterion, as shown in figure 5.1., was used by the company: egoism (self-centered), benevolence (concern for others) or principles (integrity approach)? Or, using Professor Paine’s two distinct ethics approaches, as discussed in this chapter, was Alcoa’s approach more compliance or integrity? Alcoa since its inception had a very strong values and the people itself enforce these values, all the employees knew clearly that all the decisions should be done according to the Alcoa’s Core standards. Since my point of view the corporate culture sets the ethical work climate of the firm as principle (integrity approach) because Alcoa expected personal morality from their workers, the rules and procedures with to be followed by the organizations, and laws and professional codes were to be followed in society. I would classify Alcoa’s ethical work climate one of high standards. Using Professor Paine’s ethics studies, Alcoa’s has an integrity based approach that combines a concern for the law with an emphasis on employee responsibility for ethical conduct. Employees are told to act with integrity and conduct their business dealings in an environment of honesty and fairness. That’s why O’Neill fired the manager, because none employee could have a misperception about the company values, even though this manager had a record of increased sales and profitability. The top management commitment played...
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...individual believes to be important to his or her life and often the values determine the individual’s behavior. Workplace values are similar in many ways, just in a more professional setting. In this paper, Team C will discuss not only the personal and workplace values but also the resulting actions and behaviors, and Coca-Cola’s stated values compared to their actual plans, and actions. Team C will also analyze the degree of alignment within the Coca-Cola Company. Personal and Workplace Values Personal Values Every company has their own set of values they have accumulated over the years of operation that they intend every employee, new or old, to follow. In addition to the company’s values each individual employee has his or her personal values he or she likes to follow. Integrity, honesty, loyalty, quality, drive, respect, and freedom are a few values that many people obtain and like to act on. For any company, including Coca-Cola, it is a valuable asset to have employees with personal values because the company knows they are good people. Workplace Values Workplace values are a key to any company’s success. Every employee needs to follow a set of workplace values as well as personal values. The Coca-Cola Company has seven core values within the workplace: “leadership, collaboration, passion, integrity, quality, diversity, and accountability,” (The Coca-Cola Company, 2006-2011, b). These workplace values allow Coca-Cola to be well rounded. It allows them to reach out...
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...Global Code of Conduct The Global Code of Conduct draws on our shared values. Who we are Our values People who demonstrate integrity, respect and teaming. People with energy, enthusiasm and the courage to lead. People who build relationships based on doing the right thing. Lite Xpress international Incorporation’s Global Code of Conduct provides a clear set of standards for our business conduct. It presents each of us with an ethical and behavioral framework to guide our response to the challenging and sometimes difficult choices we face. It also reflects the commitments outlined in our values. Whenever we encounter an ethical issue, each of us has the responsibility to respond in a manner that reflects our values in action. While most issues can be resolved locally, you will find information within this Code about additional support and resources available to all of us. Full compliance with the Global Code of Conduct is essential and each one must make a personal commitment to abide by it. By living up to the commitments contained in the Code we send a clear message to those we work with about the strength of our commitment to ethical behavior and the delivery of Quality in Everything We Do. In this way we protect and enhance the reputation of Lite Xpress International Incorporation and meet the expectations of our people, clients and communities. Lite Xpress International Inc. Global Code of Conduct The Lite Xpress International Incorporation Global Code...
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...Marcus and Simon Case Study (Draft) As part of Core Ethical values, it is recommended that employees exercise good judgment in their professional practices and abide by all ethical principles as laid out in Company’s code of conduct manual. It is all employees’ responsibility to adhere to a high level of honesty, integrity and self-discipline at the work place. In the case of Marcus and Simon, I think Simon should “Take the Bull by the horns” and do what is appropriate in the interest of fairness and for the good of the Company and public at large. Marcus may have been a friendly boss, and Godfather to Simon’s two children. He should lean more towards loyalty to the profession. It is true that Marcus is an even-tempered man and a real professional. That notwithstanding, the quality of his work has begun to slide and if proper action is not taken, it could lead to a catastrophic end of the company. Marcus is going through serious personal struggle. Marcus’ marriage of twenty years is ending abruptly due to infidelity on the part of his wife. The situation is taking a toll on him, and negatively impacting his job performance. Several Marcus’ colleagues have become aware of what he is going through and offered to help but he declined their offer. This could be pried taking over common sense. I believe Simon should follow his hunch that if proper action is not taken, Marcus’ errors will impact the firm and will in turn have terrible consequences for both the public and the...
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...SUBJECT : Values, Attitudes, and Behaviors CONDITION: Classroom environment STANDARD: 1. Define Values, Attitudes, Behaviors and Beliefs. 2. Explain the importance of beliefs, values and norms. 3. Explain the value system and the significance of the socialization process. 4. Explain Louis Rath’s seven value criteria. 5. Explain cognitive dissonance and ways to reduce it. TYPE OF INSTRUCTION: Instruction and Small Group Discussion TIME OF INSTRUCTION: 2 Hours LEAD IN: The Army is probably the largest and most diverse organization in the country with an ethnic and racial makeup most reflective of American society. Each individual brings a set of values and attitudes that have been cultivated over many years. Additionally, these values and attitudes are still being shaped and refined with each new experience. Many of you have strong memories about recent events in your lives, such as promotion, schooling, a new baby, or a transfer. These events and ones yet to come, serve to shape your values and attitudes for the future. However, values and attitudes do not automatically change just because someone puts on an Army uniform. Some values and attitudes, when coupled with a lack of awareness, or insensitivity about others that are different from ourselves, can produce confrontations, anger, and even violence. It is imperative all soldiers and civilian employees recognize and manage their differences so they do not interfere...
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...them. This situation is first encountered when the individual enters their first educational institution. They must then consider their own ethics and values and yet also that of their institution. Quickly, the individual will learn that their ethics and values must run parallel to that of the institution. Comparably, once a person enters a professional or business setting, their ethics and values must consider that of their business. These educational and professional experiences reflect the guidelines that individuals live by. Another ethical value that touches many lives, some more than others, is integrity. Everyone learns the value of trust; however some follow it strictly while others consider it amendable and yet some disregard it all together. The author has grouped the two values together as they can relate to each other. An individual who is trustworthy is, more often than not, also an honest individual. Honesty and trust both play a large role in the academic and professional career of an individual. Since technology has advanced to allowing individuals the opportunity to learn over a variety of vast regions, academic integrity is more vulnerable now then when learning only took place in classrooms. Instructors could observe one not performing their...
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...Professional Values and Ethics Learning Team A University of Phoenix The purpose of this paper is to explain the impact of professional values and ethics can have on one’s career. It will explain how adhering to such values can lead to a successful career and how straying from those values can destroy both a career as well as an individual. This will be done by identifying three sources of professional values and describing their impact on a career. Values and Ethics Anytime a person speaks of ethics or values a myriad of definitions may flood the mind. This is because the terms have different meanings to different people. Webster defines ethics as “the discipline dealing with what is good and bad or right and wrong or with moral duty and obligation.”(Webster, 2009) As different people have varying ideas of what is right or wrong, one can easily see why it is difficult to come up with clear understandings of how to act in all situations. Usually, people think ethics and values come into play when making praiseworthy decisions. However, “all decisions-whether judged highly ethical, grossly unethical or anywhere in between are values-based.”(Urbany 2008, p 75) Looking closer at how ethics and values play a role in a professional environment one can define three sources of values: Professional integrity, academic integrity and personal values. Integrity involves a formal relationship one has with oneself. (Stanford 2008) For the purposes of this paper...
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...Professional Values and Ethics The successes and failures of a company can often be attributed directly from their practices in upholding their values and ethics, and as the country deals with the effects of the decline of these values and ethics, in this essay we examine the role that they play in the rise and decline in career and business successes. We study the professional values of a good upstanding and moral leadership within the company to compare the company’s objective outcome. As we further discuss specific companies and business leader practices, we spotlight each situation’s outcome, good and bad, as a direct effect from their values and ethical practices applied to their every day business approach. Values are the standard to which the importance is focused in professional practices by an organization or individual (Syque, 2002-2010).. The unfortunate disconnect is that upholding professional values may not always be the ethical practice. Ethical behaviors are when these practices are to consistently doing what is right, even if they are not solely focused on what is most profitable for the company and their growth. Professional values and ethics are central to any organization and it is the responsibility of the individual employed and affiliated with that organization to uphold them. Sources of professional values and ethics are plentiful. These sources may include professional integrity, academic integrity, and personal values. Each of these sources...
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...company’s hard work and dedication. Xerox Fuji is always reaching to improve their product lines every day. This forward thinking shows deference in today’s world. To stay in business, companies should have the flexibility and ability to keep up with changes. The values of respect, hard work, dedication and commitment can be applied to an individual and company with a successful outcome. Individual alignment Values drive and motivate behaviors and actions. Each individual has a set of core values, which could be as common as punctuality, self-reliance, dedicated hard worker, loyalty, and harmony, to name a few. For example, one of values is honesty, which motivates me to be straightforward in my personal and professional lives. Through my actions I choose not to cheat, lie, steal, or deceive. It is important my actions and behaviors show that I have a strong and trusting character. In analyzing the alignment between my values, actions, and behaviors it is clear that honesty is an integral part of who I am. My values are consistently reflected in my communication inside and outside my organization. I stand up for the values I believe in regardless of who is watching or not watching. It is important to align values with actions and behaviors. Otherwise, an individual could encounter problems such as...
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...Military Values Influencing Professional Success Anyone who has had the privilege of serving in a branch of the U.S. Military is familiar with military values. These values vary between branches, but are similar just the same. Some of the values include; honor, duty, loyalty, respect, commitment, courage or personal courage, integrity and selfless service. Values have been defined as the beliefs people have about what is right and wrong and what is most important in life, which control their behavior. Lewis Vaughn (2007) considers ethics to be a moral philosophy. Furthermore applied ethics is the application of moral norms to specific moral issues and cases. Abiding by these values could greatly impact professional career success. This paper will describe how Integrity, Respect, Honor, and Courage will impact career success through professional values and ethics. Integrity One of the 7 Army core values is Integrity. Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary defines integrity as being honest and having strong moral principles that you refuse to change. In other words, it means being truthful in all that you say and do. Living and speaking integrity can be quite difficult, because after all human beings are not born morally perfect. (Collins, 1956). Professional Integrity is of great importance because “Organizations of high integrity achieve superior performance because they attract and retain high-quality employees, customers, supplies, and investors.” (Collins...
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...Professional Values and Ethics Professional values and ethics is a multi step process. From the time one is born till the day that one dies one is always learning new values and applying ethical thought in their personal or professional lives. Many of the ideas and thoughts that one applies in their daily life can be easily applied to their professional life as well. If one has a strong will to learn and to excel this only enhances one’s goal in life to be the best in whatever they are doing, whether it be personal or professional growth. Ethics is defined as a set of ideals or disciplines that define a person’s character as good or bad, right or wrong, or by one’s moral duty (ThinkQuest). One’s personal moral principles or ethics can also be defined by one’s religious views or group codes. The ideals of a person’s character can be cultivated and enriched by one’s race and cultural rituals. All of these are pieces of our character and create who we are as individuals. Values are closely related to a person’s behavior and attitudes and are based on concepts and beliefs based on rules that we decide between right and wrong, should haves and should not’s (Changing Minds). High values can be described as having qualities that are worthwhile and desirable, with a unique quality. Values as well as personal ethics can define a person’s character. By being trustworthy, honest, and hardworking, one is displaying a strong character. People possessing these strong...
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