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Definition of Ethics The science of moral; the branch of
knowledge that deals with human duty or the logic of moral discourses; the whole field of moral science
The moral principles or system of a particular leader or school of thought; the moral principles by which any particular person is guided; the rules of conduct recognized in a particular profession or area of human life
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Definition of Integrity The condition of having no part or element
taken away or lacking, undivided state; completeness
The condition of not being marred or violated; unimpaired condition; original state; soundness
Freedom from moral corruption; innocence, sinlessness. Soundness of moral principle; the character of uncorrupted virtue, honesty, sincerity
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WHAT IS ETHICS Standards established
by organizations or professional societies
Codes or rules of conduct
Written and shared with employees or members for compliance with those standards.
WHAT IS INTEGRITY A value or personal
factor that enables a person to uphold ethical standards
Integrity is honesty, truthfulness, consistency of words and actions, without compromise and the state of being complete or whole.
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You are your word. It defines how people view you.Extent of honoring your word = your
level of integrityYour actions are aligned with your
word Your actions create trust because
you honor your word
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Intrapersonal Integrity level you have with yourself
Interpersonal Integrity level in relation to interactions with other
people Organizational
Integrity level regarding your interaction with the organization
Your perceptions the organization’s level of integrity
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Take risks in order to do what you feel is right Stand for what you believe even when unpopular Follow through on your commitments Unwilling to compromise values for advancement Aware of your limitations Honor health and personal needs
Note: These are some examples of characteristics
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Openness & Honesty with Others Transparency with Information Address Your Mistakes & Conflicts Vulnerability Clarify Expectations Accountability Keep Commitments and Deliver ResultsNote: These are some examples of characteristics
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Use of Resources “Fraud” Use of Time – Abuse or Excess Conflict of Interest Alignment with Vision & Mission Alignment with Policies & Procedures Commitment Level “Disengagement” PerformanceNote: These are some examples of characteristics
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“What most people think about when they think about trust. Integrity means honesty. It’s integratedness. It’s walking the talk. It’s being congruent, inside and out. It’s having the courage to act in accordance with your values and beliefs. Interestingly, most massive violations of trust are violations of integrity.”
Sustains leaders who are continually challenged to compromise from internal and external pressure
Enables a leader to hold firm to values and ethical standards
Maintains consistency of action and values
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Allows leaders to behave according to what they profess to hold true
Affects trust, dependability, respect, which influences interactions and access
Preserves a leader or organization’s standing in the public and private arenas
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Doing what is right versus expedient & easy Making difficult decisions and acting on
them Making adjustments based on the
situation and the people Doing your best you with responsibilities Being accountable
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Be honest with yourself (Limits, Needs, Etc.) Communicate with Candor (Tell others what
you need) Honor commitments Identify gaps between your word and actions Renegotiate when you can’t keep your word
Apologize Restore integrity
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You are your word and it defines how others view you
You are 100% responsible for your word When you function with integrity,
unfinished business disappears Nobody ever achieves 100% integrity Become aware of areas to increase
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Living with Integrity means
continually striving to make all aspects of
your life consistent with what you say.
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