3. What is
Integrity?
the quality of being honest and having strong moral
principles; moral uprightness; the state of being whole and
undivided; It is generally a personal choice to hold oneself to
consistent moral and ethical standards
Why is
Integrity
important
to
business?
Trust. Customers and clients want to do business with a
company that is trustworthy. When trust is at the core of a
company, it is easy to recognize.
Willing to Change. A leader that is willing to change and
listen to other opinions is a valuable tool. Companies will only
change if there is willingness for betterment.
Follow-through. Gain the trust of current and former clients
by meeting all obligations and commitments in a timely
manner.
4. Accuracy. Proofing all printed documents is another
important step in assuring business integrity. All material
should be clear, precise, and professional.
Social Responsibility. Stay involved in the
community. Keeping up with local issues and events
demonstrates that a business is a responsible community
contributor and a caring organization.
Fiscal Responsibility. An active approach to accounting
and record keeping is another valuable asset to a
company. This allows the organization to be understanding of
progress in the company, as well as deal with any suspicious
activity
Respect. Regardless of titles, ages, gender, race, positions, or
any other distinctions, everyone within a company should be
treated with the utmost respect and courtesy.
Why is
Integrity
important
to
business?