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Digg it UP - Three Foundation Stones for Building Organizational Integrity
Digital Signage is the name given to a new and emerging form of advertising that is growing rapidly in today’s digital environment. Digital Signage is exactly what its name implies. It is a way of utilizing electronic data to produce a sign that does not need to be physically altered in any way. The content and the message displayed on the sign is displayed on an electronic screen. The screen may be a scrolling message board or a LCD or plasma display panel. They are often viewed as electronic billboards. The sign is controlled remotely using a computer or other device that is remotely located.Although digital signage has been around for sometime, it has been extremely expensive in the past. It is actually the development of digital signage software that has spurred the rapid expansion into the market place. Walmart is one of the first retail establishments to take full advantage of the technology. D
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of the
The footwork is done, the job is posted, and applicant inquiries and resumes are pouring in. You are at a loss. What are you to do with this mountain of resumes and sea of employment candidates?First things first, here’s how toScreen Job ApplicantsYour first step is to determine who actually qualifies as a job "applicant". If this is the first employee you are hiring, labeling persons as "applicants" is pretty straightforward: anyone who applies is considered an applicant. However, if you currently have fifteen or more employees, the EEOC requires you to keep all records of all applicants for a full year. In the interest of reducing paperwork and file maintenance, determining who is officially considered an applicant and who doesn't make the cut becomes far more important.Next, decide how you plan to respond to applicants. Good business practice dictates the courtesy of a respons
But there was another group of people who reacted differently. These, too, lost everything and there is no doubt that they were just as devastated at their loss as were the others. It is just that they seemed to have better coping mechanisms. These folks were, somehow, able to take it in stride. Many of those went on to create another fortune.
What was the difference? Both lost everything. Why did they react so differently? The answer is that they placed their values in different places. As a result, the path they chose was also entirely different. The ones who committed suicide saw money as an end in itself. When it was gone there was nothing left to live for so they ended their lives. Those who started over placed their values more in the process of living life. They valued relationships and personal growth over money. They realized that money comes and goes, but life goes on. They chose to value things that give life meaning whether there is money or not.
This is but one example of the many ways this plays out in our lives. We all constantly deal with trials and disappointments. Whether it is with finances, business opportunities, relationships, sports competition, academics or whatever, we all face those times when we don’t have the outcome we want.
The choices we make at those moments do not just happen. While we may, sometimes, feel limited in our possibilities, the fact is quite different. At any moment we have way more possibilities than we imagine. One of the major choices we make is our value system, and the decisions we make in life are based on those values.
While all too many people simply fall into their value system without due consideration, it should not, and need not, be that way. In the "era of Enron" and “MCI” with it's focus on the bottom line above all else, it is time to refocus on where true value lies in the enterprise of business.
Let's face it, money is everywhere. It is in good places and in bad places. It is used for good things and for bad things. The question is not, "Will we have money at our disposal?" It is, "What will we do with what we earn?" We have to assume that our business will be making money - no profit no business. Money, in and of itself, is a neutral commodity. Rather, it is the values we establish about the business and its resources that define the outcome.
We are not born with values - either as individuals or as a business entity. We absorb them from our environment (family, teachers, colleagues, etc.) and we craft them from our life experiences (what we read, who we listen to, desires and dreams).
But values have to be based on something. American culture emerged out of a way of thinking that was based on an objective value system which emphasized personal responsibility. The thinking was, “If something was bad or wrong with my business, it was my responsibility to make it right.” It included a very strong objective sense of what was right and wrong. The result of that value system is the powerful economic engine that the United States has become in the world today.
In recent years, though, there has been a significant shift in thinking. Rather than a system which emphasizes personal responsibility, it is now very much one which places responsibility on everything else but self, with right and wrong being a matter of personal preference. This system cannot help but develop an Enron mentality.
There are a lot of different ways that we can get at right and wrong in business dealings. Every business has to structure its efforts according to its own line of business, the personalities of its people and the corporate culture. But there are three basic principals that must be the underlying foundation for all of them if that business wishes to progress to higher and higher levels of value.
The Three Foundational Principles of Business Values
1. There is an objective right and wrong
There are two possible ways of looking at ethics. One is that there is a set of values which are right and the right values must be followed no matter the short term consequences. The second possibility is that particular values shift according to the situation.
The reason an objective set of values is so important is that it creates stability for the organization. Sure there must be flexibility to change with the times, but the flexibility needs to be in procedures, not in underlying values. If a company does not have a solid set of principles it is founded on and guided by, then every time a new leader comes along, the whole focus of the company might change. In the long run, this will end up creating a disaster in company morale, stability and in the integrity of the organization.
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of thes
AssetsAn asset may be defined as anything of use to future operations of the enterprise and belonging to the enterprise. For example, building, land, machinery, cash, debtors (amount due from customers) goodwill etc.EquityIn broad sense the term equity refers to total claims against the enterprise. It is further divided into two categories:(1) Owners claim-capital and (2) Outsiders' claim-liability (3) Liability: Amounts owed by the enterprise to the outsiders i.e. to all others except the owner. For example, trade creditors, bank overdraft etc. (4) Capital: The excess of assets over liabilities of the enterprise. It is the difference between the total assets and the total liabilities of the enterprise. For example, if on a particular date the assets of the business amount to $ 1,00,000 and liabilities to $ 30,000 then the capital on the date would be $ 70,000. It is also known a
This is but one example of the many ways this plays out in our lives. We all constantly deal with trials and disappointments. Whether it is with finances, business opportunities, relationships, sports competition, academics or whatever, we all face those times when we don’t have the outcome we want.
The choices we make at those moments do not just happen. While we may, sometimes, feel limited in our possibilities, the fact is quite different. At any moment we have way more possibilities than we imagine. One of the major choices we make is our value system, and the decisions we make in life are based on those values.
While all too many people simply fall into their value system without due consideration, it should not, and need not, be that way. In the "era of Enron" and “MCI” with it's focus on the bottom line above all else, it is time to refocus on where true value lies in the enterprise of business.
Let's face it, money is everywhere. It is in good places and in bad places. It is used for good things and for bad things. The question is not, "Will we have money at our disposal?" It is, "What will we do with what we earn?" We have to assume that our business will be making money - no profit no business. Money, in and of itself, is a neutral commodity. Rather, it is the values we establish about the business and its resources that define the outcome.
We are not born with values - either as individuals or as a business entity. We absorb them from our environment (family, teachers, colleagues, etc.) and we craft them from our life experiences (what we read, who we listen to, desires and dreams).
But values have to be based on something. American culture emerged out of a way of thinking that was based on an objective value system which emphasized personal responsibility. The thinking was, “If something was bad or wrong with my business, it was my responsibility to make it right.” It included a very strong objective sense of what was right and wrong. The result of that value system is the powerful economic engine that the United States has become in the world today.
In recent years, though, there has been a significant shift in thinking. Rather than a system which emphasizes personal responsibility, it is now very much one which places responsibility on everything else but self, with right and wrong being a matter of personal preference. This system cannot help but develop an Enron mentality.
There are a lot of different ways that we can get at right and wrong in business dealings. Every business has to structure its efforts according to its own line of business, the personalities of its people and the corporate culture. But there are three basic principals that must be the underlying foundation for all of them if that business wishes to progress to higher and higher levels of value.
The Three Foundational Principles of Business Values
1. There is an objective right and wrong
There are two possible ways of looking at ethics. One is that there is a set of values which are right and the right values must be followed no matter the short term consequences. The second possibility is that particular values shift according to the situation.
The reason an objective set of values is so important is that it creates stability for the organization. Sure there must be flexibility to change with the times, but the flexibility needs to be in procedures, not in underlying values. If a company does not have a solid set of principles it is founded on and guided by, then every time a new leader comes along, the whole focus of the company might change. In the long run, this will end up creating a disaster in company morale, stability and in the integrity of the organization.
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of the
Today, the economy is growing. But, that means little to individuals who are looking for jobs. Because it is very hard to find a good quality job that is in the field of your study, it takes real dedication to get in. Not only is it a lot of pressure from this front, but for parents who are looking for the right way to steer their children as well. There are fields we know are growing, and then there are those that are falling. But, the real importance is finding the jobs that everyone wants and being better than everyone else.Your first step is starting young. Sure, you have college and learning to do, but you also need to start early to get your foot in the door. Having a basic foundation to build your career is much more stable than just having the education. For this, if you plan to work in a hospital, get your foot in the door while you are young by working there or even better, volunteering. will we do with what we earn?" We have to assume that our business will be making money - no profit no business. Money, in and of itself, is a neutral commodity. Rather, it is the values we establish about the business and its resources that define the outcome.
We are not born with values - either as individuals or as a business entity. We absorb them from our environment (family, teachers, colleagues, etc.) and we craft them from our life experiences (what we read, who we listen to, desires and dreams).
But values have to be based on something. American culture emerged out of a way of thinking that was based on an objective value system which emphasized personal responsibility. The thinking was, “If something was bad or wrong with my business, it was my responsibility to make it right.” It included a very strong objective sense of what was right and wrong. The result of that value system is the powerful economic engine that the United States has become in the world today.
In recent years, though, there has been a significant shift in thinking. Rather than a system which emphasizes personal responsibility, it is now very much one which places responsibility on everything else but self, with right and wrong being a matter of personal preference. This system cannot help but develop an Enron mentality.
There are a lot of different ways that we can get at right and wrong in business dealings. Every business has to structure its efforts according to its own line of business, the personalities of its people and the corporate culture. But there are three basic principals that must be the underlying foundation for all of them if that business wishes to progress to higher and higher levels of value.
The Three Foundational Principles of Business Values
1. There is an objective right and wrong
There are two possible ways of looking at ethics. One is that there is a set of values which are right and the right values must be followed no matter the short term consequences. The second possibility is that particular values shift according to the situation.
The reason an objective set of values is so important is that it creates stability for the organization. Sure there must be flexibility to change with the times, but the flexibility needs to be in procedures, not in underlying values. If a company does not have a solid set of principles it is founded on and guided by, then every time a new leader comes along, the whole focus of the company might change. In the long run, this will end up creating a disaster in company morale, stability and in the integrity of the organization.
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of the
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There are a lot of different ways that we can get at right and wrong in business dealings. Every business has to structure its efforts according to its own line of business, the personalities of its people and the corporate culture. But there are three basic principals that must be the underlying foundation for all of them if that business wishes to progress to higher and higher levels of value.
The Three Foundational Principles of Business Values
1. There is an objective right and wrong
There are two possible ways of looking at ethics. One is that there is a set of values which are right and the right values must be followed no matter the short term consequences. The second possibility is that particular values shift according to the situation.
The reason an objective set of values is so important is that it creates stability for the organization. Sure there must be flexibility to change with the times, but the flexibility needs to be in procedures, not in underlying values. If a company does not have a solid set of principles it is founded on and guided by, then every time a new leader comes along, the whole focus of the company might change. In the long run, this will end up creating a disaster in company morale, stability and in the integrity of the organization.
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of the
Every human body is different and a personal trainer will know exactly how to not just get a human body into proper shape but also shape the body into the desired form. A personal trainer knows that while guys may want to ‘bulk up’; a girl might want to slim down. A good personal trainer will know what to do to get the desired look wanted by their client.To get started, it really comes down to lessons from instructors about how different exercises affect the human body. The key to being a good personal trainer is not just knowledge of how the body works but continuing education on new ways to improve our bodies. When clients ask you about your background as a personal trainer, you should be able to tell them that your education is ongoing, that you continue to take classes yourself on exercise and health and nutrition.Once you feel comfortable with your knowledge about a personal trainer, your
2. The business maintains personal responsibility for it’s actions.
Responsibility for ultimate outcomes has to reside somewhere. Ultimately it resides with the person who is in charge. But for there to be a smooth and efficient operation of the organization, pieces of it have to reside with the individuals who carry out the various actions. To the degree everyone involved accepts responsibility for their piece of the operation, the company will move forward with great strength. The moment anyone begins trying to shift responsibility away from themselves, productivity and efficiency begin to go down.
3. Personal integrity is the rule. There is a commitment to do what is right.
We live in an era where many people look at integrity as an option, rather than a bedrock foundation stone. This means that you treat your customers and make business deals according to what seems useful at the moment.
This, though, creates two huge problems. The first is that you won’t have any consistency across the various parts of your business and over time. The second problem is that your customers and clients will not be sure how to deal with your organization. Both of these together will ultimately wreak havoc on your organization.
You Will Sink or Swim by Your Foundation
You do have a set of values that your organization operates by. The question is not, “do they exist.” Rather, it relates to “what kind of control do you have over them?” If you do not consciously know what your organizations guiding principles are, you can not use them to build a strong identity, and your business relationships will flounder.
If you do not consciously know what they are, everyone will be creating their own and there will be massive inconsistencies and confusion. It is worth whatever time and effort it takes to get a grip on the underlying principles that guide your organization’s operation, and to begin to create a conscious one that you can communicate to everyone. At that point, you will gain control of your operation in ways that allow your to move forward with power.
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