ETHICS AT WORK PLACE

Presented by Anita Pearl 5th may 2012

“ Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have the right to do and what is right to do.”

- Potter Stewart

WHAT IS ETHICS

Ethics is not definable, is not implementable,because it is not conscious:

Ethics is the activity of man directed to secure the inner perfection of his own personality.

A man without ethics is a wild beast loosed upon this world.

What is the difference between

Professional Ethics are a set code that professionals in a

variety of fields follow to meet certain

industry standards.

Personal Ethics are based on thinking

processes that determine right from wrong according to a personal standard or

morality.

PERSONAL ETHICS

Personal ethics is a category of philosophy that determines what an individual believes about morality and right and wrong.Personal ethics differ from person to person and it defines who we are.Personal ethics are learned from families, friends and teachers. Some ethics might also be adapted from individual experiences.

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS

The concept of Professional Ethics is partly comprised of what a professional should or should not do in the work place. It also encompasses a much greater part of the professionals life. If a professional is to have ethics then that person needs to adopt that conduct in all of his dealings

OBJECTIVES OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICSACT WITH INTEGRITY

ALWAYS BE HONEST

BE OPEN AND TRANSPARENT

BE ACCOUNTABLE

ACT WITH YOUR LIMITATION

BE OBJECTIVE AT ALL TIMES

GIVE CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE

BE POLITE & HARMONIOUS

ALWAYS TREAT OTHERS WITH RESPECT

STAND FOR RIGHT

BE FELLED VALUED

IN GENERAL SET A GOOD EXAMPLE

ACT WITH INTEGRITY

Never put your own gain above the welfare of your clients or others to whom you have a professional responsibility.

Respect their confidentiality at all times and always consider the wider interests of society in your judgments

ALWAYS BE HONEST

Be trustworthy in all that

you do – never deliberately mislead, whether by

withholding or distorting information

BE OPEN AND TRANSPARENT

Share the full facts with your clients, making things as plain and intelligible as possible

BE ACCOUNTABLE

Take full responsibility for your actions, and don’t

blame others if things go wrong.

ACT WITHIN YOUR LIMITATION

Be aware of the limits of your competence and

don’t be tempted to work beyond these. Never

commit to more than you can deliver

BE OBJECTIVE AT ALL TIMES

Give clear and appropriate advice.

Never let sentiment or your own interests cloud your

judgment

GIVE CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE

without appreciating people for their ideas and works, it is considered stealing and we are cheating them of their hard work.

BE POLITE

It is the expression of goodwill and kindness

Kindness is one of the most important skill in dealing with people.

Every act of kindness makes a difference in the life of some one

every living thing response to kindness.

BE HARMONIOUS

To live together and get along with everyone is a “delicacy” that we all long for.

But,don’t change yourself to please others- it’s not worth becoming a completely different person simply to make other people happy because by doing so, you may be making yourself unhappy.

ALWAYS TREAT OTHERS WITH RESPECT

Never discriminate against others.

Pay attention to colleagues when they speak.

Treat others as you wish to be treated

STAND FOR RIGHT

Be prepared to act if you suspect a risk to safety or malpractice of any sort.

SET A GOOD EXAMPLE

The better of a person you are, the better an image you present.

Remember both your public and private behavior could affect your own, your company's

and other members’ reputations

BE FEEL VALUED

Make people valued to break the barriers between different age group,gender,position and job function we do.

Treat people as they are.

Help your juniors and subordinates,Don't bully them or allow your peers to do so

WARM WELCOME

A good handshake that coveys the message “welcome” “I am opened to engage in conversation with you” this small act of courtesy goes a long way in making sure all people work well. The first to extend your hand for a hand shake and look the person in the eye,

IN GENERAL

Refrain from gossip, do not spread or encourage.

Respect every ones privacy and individuality

Do not encourage or indulge in politics at work place

Language counts, talk like a professional and you will be seen and treated as one.

Handle all office equipments carefully and avoid using them for personal use.

IN GENERAL

Keep your productivity high...

No goofing in the office.

Be careful in choosing your associates.

Do not discriminate against female colleague allow them equal opportunity

Your technical skill or hard skill will help you in getting the job

Etiquette and manners are your soft skills.

What keeps you climbing the ladder of success is your soft skills