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WORK ETHICS

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Introduction to work ethics

10 characteristics of work ethics

Factors influencing ethical behavior

Ethics at workplace

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The world ethics is derived from Greek workETHOS which means character.

Work ethic is a set of values based on hard work

and diligence.Work ethics include not only how one feels

about their job, career or vocation, but also how

one does his/her job or responsibilities.Ethical behavior in the workplace, the capacity

to practice honesty, respect, responsibility,fairness, and compassion

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Work Ethics is attitudes and frame of mindused to complete any task.

The principle that hard work is intrinsicallyvirtuous or worthy of reward.

The belief that work has a moral benefit andan inherent ability to strengthen character.

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10 Characteristics Of Work Ethics

1. ATTENDANCE

- Attend workplace, arrives/leaves on

time

- Make advance notice for plannedabsences

- Punctuality

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2. CHARACTER

Display reliability at work

honesty in dealings dependability of character

self discipline and self-

responsibility

10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

3. TEAMWORK

- Team worker

- cooperative yet assertive

- display a customer service attitude

towards other employees

- mannerly behavior

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

4. APPEARANCE- Display appropriate dress,

grooming, hygiene and etiquette

5. ATTITUDE

- Positive attitude, self confident,

realistic expectation of self

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

6. PRODUCTIVITY- Safe Operation Practices

- Conserve materials & eliminate

waste

- keep work area neat and clean

- follow directions and procedures

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

7. ORGANISATIONAL SKILL

- time management,

- Prioritizing and flexibility

- stress management

8. COMMUNICATION

- Appropriate verbal and non verbal

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

9. COOPERATION

- Display leadership, appropriate

handle criticism and complaints,

demonstrate problem solvingcapacity, maintain appropriate

relationship with supervisors and

peers, and follow chain of

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10 CHARACTERISTICS OF

WORK ETHICS

10. RESPECT

- Respect the rights of others

- deal appropriately with cultural/ racial

diversity

- Do not engage in harassment of any

kind

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Business Abuse

Any :

Illegal Act

Unethical Act

Irresponsible Act done against an Employer

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Examples of Business Abuse

Stealing office items

Misappropriating Expenses or Money

Conflict of Interest Unauthorized Discounts or favours Time

Vandalism Falsify Records & Misrepresent Facts Break Confidentiality

Ignore Safety Rules

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Examples of Business Abuse (Continued) Poor Client Service Irresponsible Behavior Addictions

* drugs* alcohol* tobacco

Gossip

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The real test of ethics occurs when you or

anyone encounters a situation that challenges

personal ethical beliefs and standards.

Often unclear and unexpected, these ethical

challenges are predictable, and everyone has to

be prepared to deal with it.

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As Employees, What Are Our Choices? Ignore Business Abuse

Rationalize it away Speak Up Discuss to Clarify Issues Blow the Whistle!

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If Youre Unsure - Before You Act -ASK:

Is this legal? Is it against co. policy? Could the action cause loss or harm to

anyone? If everyone I knew saw me, would I feel

uncomfortable?

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Thank You