...------------------------------------------------- MY CURRENT ETHICAL CREDO Danielle August 10, 2015 What is Right or Wrong? Asking the question what is right from wrong not only makes you think about the question itself, but when you are answering the question your answer is molded by your influenced surroundings, the culture you are brought up in, and the mental state you have at that time. There are many opinions of what is right from wrong and I do not believe that there is a correct answer. We all have different viewpoints about a particular subject and some of us value a particular belief more than others. My beliefs come from my upbringing and my life experiences. I determine what is right from wrong through my perception of Natural Law, Deontology, Virtue and Care Ethics. God is always perfectly rational, he would never be out of line with Natural Law. I feel that this theory builds my entire belief system. I believe God puts challenges in front of us to see how we will handle and react in a certain situation. I do feel Natural Law uses reason to tell us the specific human laws and they are consistently aligned within each other. In present time, putting our human laws into practice by updating them due to the circumstances, times, and understanding; I feel is perfectly rational within our Natural Law. As a Catholic Christian I try to find my footing within my own religion and find myself doubting some of the practices within the church. Although my opinion differs...
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...Team, First and foremost thank you for teaching and guiding me to become the leader and peer that I am. I have to take time away for a little while; however I am so confident in each of you. While, I am away I want you to remember what got us here. I want you to believe in each other, like you have believed in me. I listed some core values that each of us has stored in our heart, and these values will help guide you in my absences. Teamwork. Each of you must work together towards a common goal. We have all heard the saying there is no “I” in team, you must believe it. There is no one better than the next person; each of you just took different paths to get here. If one fails, we all fail, however when one succeeds we all succeed. I remember watching the Hall of Famer NBA basketball player Isaiah Thomas story and his mom had several toothpicks, and she gave one to each of her kids and told them to break it. By them breaking it, it represented if you work alone you can easily be broken. Then she held 20-25 toothpicks in her hand and tried to break them, when she couldn’t she said the world might be able to break one of us, but they cannot break all of us together. Remember together we STAND divided we FALL. Respect. Treat others as you want to be treated. We are all someone’s child, and we do not like being talked about or used. The same people you pass going up might be the ones you have to apologize too on your way back down. Perseverance. Never quit. Anything worth...
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...Major Module 2: Assignment: Instructions and Grading Rubric DIRECTIONS: Personal Credo: Psychology is a science that pervades nearly every moment of every day of our lives. To provide just one small example, consider the complex psychological and physiological processes involved in forming thoughts, communicating with others, and remembering both happy and sad memories. The very manner in which you engage (or do not engage) with others in the world around you has been derived from a series of influences on you, both genetic and environmental, that have shaped you into the person you are today. Thus, we are the amalgamation of collective influences on us, from our families and friends to our coworkers and larger society. It is my firm conviction that to appreciate who we are and what we stand for, it is important to periodically self-reflect and consider our life experiences, those things important to us, and our current direction in life. To assist you in doing this, I will ask that each of you complete a “personal credo.” This term may be somewhat alien to you, so I will explain what materials are to be included in this brief summary of who you are. Submit your assignment via the Dropbox no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT. (This Dropbox basket is linked to Turnitin.) The word “credo” relates to a personal set of values or beliefs. For this class, conceptualize your personal credo as a brief autobiographical statement that details not only important background...
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...Kelby Austrie Advanced Business Writing EN-305 52 Professor Gordon 10/25/12 Credo reference is an in-depth library database website with limitless options for furthering research. The website features many search options like; an encyclopedia search, a dictionary search, a quotation search, a quotation search, a crossword solver, and it even has a link for measurement conversions. The website also features an image search. Overall the website is very easy to use and can be used for any type of school related subject or leisure related subject. This is a website that I see myself using in the future and I highly recommend it. On the right hand side of the page, the website features many search options each offering multiple resources. When you click on encyclopedia search engine, you are brought to a page that gives you several different categories to search through. There is a “general” category that list a few encyclopedias that cover broad topics, and there are specific subjects like; art, business, food and beverage, geography, history, law, literature, medicine, music, philosophy, psychology, religion, science, social sciences, and technology. And underneath each subject there are lists of different encyclopedias that are based on those subjects. Since this is a business writing class, I clicked on the “Capstone Encyclopedia of Business” and I was taken to a page that had a list of specific headings in alphabetical order. The headings consisted of specific topics such...
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...Credo on Humanity Psalm 8 tells us that God created mankind and crowned him with glory and honor. Genesis 1 and 2 tells us that God created Adam and Eve in his own image, breathing life into them. While not fully understood, we know that being created in God’s image makes us responsible for our actions, have the ability to conscious living, have relationships and make covenants, and have the capability of worshiping our creator. Humans are relational beings. God knew that man should not be alone (Genesis 2:18) and needed to be in relationship with another human being. Adam was surrounded with God’s creation and even in a personal relationship with his creator, but God had planted a need for him to be in relation with other human beings. God therefore created Eve, a partner that complements Adam. Man and woman are equal in status and in responsibility for actions and choices before God (Galatians 3:28), but have different strengths and weaknesses. Mankind was also created to work and rest. Adam was charged to care for the garden and its inhabitants (Genesis 2:15ff). God commanded the Israelites to rest (Genesis 20:8ff) and provided an example to us by resting on the seventh day of creation (Genesis 2:2). Part of the curse of the fall was difficulty in our work, becoming toilsome and burdensome, but it is still considered to be valuable and worthy of merit. Mankind’s relationship with God was broken when Adam and Eve partook of the tree of the knowledge of good...
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...I believe that God has chosen to reveal Himself through miraculous means to include physical appearances of God, dreams, and visions, the written Word of God, and most importantly—Jesus Christ. The Bible records God appearing in physical form many times (Genesis 3:8, 18:1; Exodus 3:1-4, 34:5-7), and the Bible records God speaking to people through dreams (Genesis 28:12, 37:5; 1 Kings 3:5; Daniel 2) and visions (Genesis 15:1; Ezekiel 8:3-4; Daniel 7; 2 Corinthians 12:1-7). Also, God chooses to reveal Himself as taught in Romans 1:20, “For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.” Like Psalm 19, Romans 1:20 teaches that God’s eternal power and divine nature are “clearly seen” and “understood” from what has been made. I believe the primary importance in the revealing of God is His Word, the Bible. God miraculously inspired the authors of Scripture to correctly record His message to mankind, while still using their own styles and personalities. God sets forth in the infallible Scriptures combines Jesus’ own declaration of the present reality of the Kingdom of God with the apostles’ account of the person, place, and work of Christ, and how sinful humans benefit from it. The Word of God is living and active (Hebrews 4:12). The Word of God is inspired, profitable, and sufficient (2 Timothy 3:16-17). God determined to have the...
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...CREDO by E. Christian Buckner I believe that of all human functions the gift of speech is the most miraculous. I believe that, if speech were to stop, all civilized living would suddenly vanish. I believe that the ability to articulate is essential to inner harmony, to emotional maturity, and to mental balance. If all people could be completely articulate at all times, human relations might improve to the point where there would be no more wars and no more jails, more stable homes and more happy people. I believe that speech is essential to the growth of the human personality and that it provides a way for self-discovery and self-renewal. For many, it is a way of self-expression without brush or pen. I believe that the act of speech is a total process, that when it reaches optimum effectiveness, the whole man communicates. What one is, is always part of what one says. I believe that there is no substitute for content in the speaking process. Material or intellectual worth provides the essence of eloquence. Speech skills have their importance, but they no more make speech than clothes make the man. The center of gravity in all speech communications is thought and idea. I believe that every student should develop a concern for truthful and responsible speech, exhibiting sense – not non-sense, sincerity – not cleverness, forthrightness – not superficiality, and should never be a party to plagiarized or dishonest work. I believe that speech has no absolutes, that a completely...
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...When people's credo changes there has to be something or someone that affected them to make them change their credo. For example someone can be affected emotionally in their lives that will change in how they believe in something or someone. A good example of this is Jem Finch whose credo changes throughout the book, and while he starts to mature and after the case of Tom Robinson who lost his case just for being black. Imagine going through a case that you were innocent of and being accused just because of your skin. Well Jem’s credo changed after the trial of Tom Robinson. After the trial Jem goes home and is mad about the case and says “It's not fair that he lost the case because of that, it's not fair!” what he means is that the jury was racist against Tom even though they knew he was innocent and just accused him of his skin color, which Jem thought was not fair and that nobody should be treated like that....
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...Suze says she lives by her credo, “People first, then money, then things.” What do you think she means by that? What does that mean to you? Please explain your answer. "People First, Then Money, Then Things," clarifies that when Suze says "People First," she means taking care of you first, not taking care of everybody else, as some people misinterpret it. You need to take care of yourself first. "People first" does not refer to your parents, your siblings, your children, your grandparents, your aunt, your uncle, your friends, your co-worker. You need to have food in your house to feed yourself, you need to have clothes in the closet to clothe yourself, and you need a roof over your head so you can sleep in a dry and safe home. I believe she's not referring to keeping stacks of money hidden in your mattress. Every person should be debt free, including a mortgage. Suze is just saying have an emergency fund, be prepared. That brings me to "then things." This means that once you have taken care of yourself first and you have all of the appropriate items in place financially speaking, then you can worry about things, like vacations, redecorating your bathroom, buying an expensive handbag, etc. I agree with this statement from Suze and it’s hard to understand and have a clear thought of what she’s trying to tell you. I believe I correctly got the point and think I understood her concept to the best of my...
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...Dizdarevic University of Phoenix Defining a Business Plan Johnson and Johnson is a company that has been around for many years. They strive to bring the purest customer satisfaction and at the same time practice ethics, marketing and also stress the importance of missions and vision of the company. Their view of their mission is stated in their CREDO, which is posted in all the building around all Johnson and Johnson buildings. The values that guide their decision making are all implemented in Our Credo. Put simply, Our Credo challenges us to put the needs and well-being of the people we serve first and this is why customer satisfaction is very important to Johnson and Johnson. Johnson and Johnson was established in 1886 in New Jersey. It has employed 114,000 people worldwide and had engaged in the manufacture and sale of a broad range of products in the health care field in many countries of the world. The ethical values of Johnson and Johnson are outlined in their “Our Credo” one page document. Just before Johnson and Johnson became a publically traded company in 1943, the long time chairman crafted the “Our Credo.” It simply challenges Johnson and Johnson to put the needs and well-being of the people they serve first. In the one page document, Johnson and Johnson addresses the responsibilities to their consumers, products, community, stockholders, and employees. Like many businesses Johnson and Johnson’s main responsibility is the customers. It states “in meeting...
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...In conceptualizing a business plan and understanding the value alignment with a company and an individual, Team A has selected Johnson and Johnson (J&J). Team A will analyze the values of each team member and how his or her values compare to the values of Johnson and Johnson. Enclosed below is an outline of subsequent evolution values and action alignment between plans and actions. Team A has reflected the degree of differences in individual values versus J&J stated values. Origins of Personal and Workplace Values A person’s values derive from family, friends, and life experiences shaping each individual’s perspective. Values are “a person’s principles or standards of behavior; or judgment of what is important in life” (Definition of Value, 2012, p. 1). The values each individual in Team A may differ in some form but to become a team the individuals must come to an agreement about a single set of values. Individual values are instilled through those closest such as family, friends, and mentors. As the person grows older and wiser these values sets him or her apart from others around them; although all share a set of common values. Similar to Team A corporations must have a foundation that guides the company and at the same time communicate to employees and the public the company’s vision and mission. Explain how your team values drive its actions and behaviors Team A’s values are important because they set us apart from other teams. In the academic setting Team...
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...Euthyphro’s Real Knowledge PHI 200 Mind and Machine Instructor: Euthyphro’s Real Knowledge What is piety? What is holiness? Euthyphro thought he had all the answers. Socrates soon shows him that he does not. By definition impiety is a lack of piety; a lack of reverence for God, ungodliness (Credo, Impiety, 2005). Piety would then be the exact opposite. Piety by definition is irreverence for God, or regard for religious obligations (Credo, Piety, 2005). Holiness by definition is the state or character of being holy (Credo, Holiness, 2005). If you ask me Euthyphro gets it all wrong. Socrates and Euthyphro meet on the porch of King Archon. Both men are headed to court. Socrates has been charged with impiety. These charges against Socrates were brought by a man named Meletus (Plato, 2008). Meletus charges that Socrates invents new gods and denies the existence of the old ones (Plato, 2008). Euthyphro is bringing charges of murder against his father (Plato, 2008). Euthyphro’s father had a man bound and thrown in a ditch, after this man had supposedly killed one of the family’s domestic slaves. The father sends a messenger to Athens to find out what he should do with this man. The man ultimately dies of hunger and exposure before the messenger returns. Socrates believing Euthyphro would not bring such charges against his father unless he was very knowledgeable in the nature of piety and impiety (Plato, 2008). Since Socrates was being charged...
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...travel vouchers in a timely fashion, the objective could be to process 80% of the travel vouchers within 5 days of receipt. Without detailed objectives, the overall goals could not be achieved. When travelers think of excellence and quality service in the hotel industry, Ritz-Carlton is one name that constantly stands out. The 2010 Most Engaged Customer’s study conducted by PeopleMetrics, found that 79% of Ritz-Carlton customers are loyal and are likely to continue using the Ritz-Carlton for their lodging needs. The Ritz- Carlton is at the top of their industry because of their customer service and excellence focused goals and objectives which are the epitome of the company’s credo (mission statement). Additionally, their mission statement is not just on paper but is being practiced daily. Their credo is “The Ritz-Carlton is a place where the genuine care and comfort of our guests is our highest mission. We pledge to provide the finest personal service and facilities for our guests, who will always enjoy a warm, relaxed, yet refined ambience. The Ritz-Carlton experience enlivens the senses, instills well-being, and fulfills even the unexpressed wishes and needs of our guests.” For Example, “each morning, in a worldwide,...
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...operate in accordance with sound moral principles based on fairness, justice and trust. How did such principles help Johnson to cope with complex problems? How did the company’s credo influence its actions in the times of crises? Give your reasons. It is very important for every company to be socially responsible and operate in accordance with sound moral principles based on ideals such as fairness, justice and trust. Clients can often regard unethical marketing activities as unacceptable and often refuse to do business with those who engage in such practices. Good ethical decisions foster mutual trust between the organization and its clients and build good relationships. Being ethical can be a clever marketing strategy. More and more consumers are influenced by “non-commercial” factors, such as whether a product harms the environment and so on. Nowadays consumers have the wide choice because of tough competition on the market. That’s why they take into consideration some other things like credo of a company. It might be brightly illustrated by the company Johnson&Johnson, as they always stick to their credo. J&J is a household name in baby-care as well as medical products. The company enjoys a reputation for high-quality products and business integrity and their credo is to put their consumers ahead. However, in 1982 crises happened with Johnson & Johnson. Seven people died after taking Tylenol, a pain-killer, which turned out to be poisoned...
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...Johnson developed the tamperproof packaging that would make it much more difficult for a similar incident to occur in future. How Did Johnson & Johnson Make These Decisions? The public relations decisions made in light of the Tylenol crisis had to have come from somewhere. This basis for decision making became a bit more clear in 1983, when the New Jersey Bell Journal published article written by Lawrence G. Foster. Foster, Corporate Vice President of Johnson & Johnson, at the time of the Tylenol poisonings, joined the company in 1957 and helped the company build its first public relations department. In this article he explains that Johnson & Johnson simply turned to their corporate business philosophy, which they call "Our Credo," when determining how to handle the Tylenol situation. Foster discusses that although, at the time of the crisis,...
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