The idea of ethical principles can be taken in two
ways: as structural components of ethical theories or as products of ethical
theory, that is, ethical behaviors. The concept of "ethical
principles" is ambiguous, but understanding it is necessary to comprehend
the basic moral theories of the western tradition. There are :
1) Be Respectful
Treat others with the
utmost of respect. Regardless of differences, positions, titles, ages, or other
types of distinctions, always treat others with professional respect and
courtesy.
2) Be Trustful
Recognize customers want to do business with a
company they can trust; when trust is at the core of a company, it's easy to
recognize. Trust defined, is assured reliance on the character, ability,
strength, and truth of a business.
3) Keep An Open Mind
For continuous improvement of a company, the leader of an organization must be
open to new ideas. Ask for opinions and feedback from both customers and team
members and your
Regardless of the circumstances, do everything in your power to gain the trust of past customer's and clients, particularly if something has gone awry. Reclaim any lost business by honoring all commitments and obligations.
5) Have Clear Documents
Re-evaluate all print materials including small business advertising, brochures, and other business documents making sure they are clear, precise and professional. Most important, make sure they do not misrepresent or misinterpret.
6) Become Community Involved
Remain involved in community-related issues and activities, thereby demonstrating that your business is a responsible community contributor. In other words, stay involved.
7) Maintain Accounting Control
Take a hands-on approach to accounting and record keeping, not only as a means of gaining a better feel for the progress of your company, but as a resource for any "questionable " activities. Gaining control of accounting and record keeping allows you to end any dubious activities promptly.
8) Friendship
Important in Greek and Roman ethics, friendship
means far more than just "being friends" in the modern sense. Ancient
concepts of friendship include civic trust, social unity and political
agreement. Friendship, in short, is what maintains any social unity.
9) employees
Believe in
the dignity of every employee and take their interest seriously
10) owner/ investors
To honor
the trust of investors place in us and respect their needs
11) supplier
Relationship
with supplier and subcontractors based on mutual respect
12) competitors
Fear economic
competitor and just distribution of goods.
13) communities
Contributing
to forces of perform and human right support sustainable development
14) business behavior
Beyond the
letter of law toward a spirit of trust
