Mgt/521 Personal Values

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Personal Values Paper Tricia Gravatt MGT/521 Management Linda Teza Kulka University of Phoenix October 5, 2009 Personal Values Paper Introduction “Ethics are defined as general beliefs, attitudes, or standards that guide customary behavior” (DesJardins, 2006, p.19). All individuals hold his or her own personal ethical beliefs. “Values are deeply held beliefs that guide our behaviors and decisions. They reside deeply within the subconscious and are tightly integrated into the fabric of everyday living. We make decisions and choose behaviors, friends, employment, and entertainment based, in large part, on our values.” (Lopper, 2007) After looking at the awareness assessment and my personal values, I…show more content…
Equity to me is not as important as obligation. The WEAI states that my ethical perspective “on an individuals duty or obligation to do what is morally right – principles that represent what rational persons ought morally to do” (WEAI, 2006). I believe everyone has a right to believe and act the way he or she chooses, however I look at how he or she handles a situation, rather than his or her results. I do believe that everyone is entitled to equal rights and those rights require that there is mutual respect one another. Individuals have an obligation to make decisions that benefit everyone, without taking away from others. Thus, for example, my ethical decisions are based on following the rules of a company and doing what is right not what appears to be right. I believe policies are in place to foster growth in individuals and organizations and that should not be taken away in order for a person or organization to be successful or…show more content…
Individuals tend to hold his or her own set of values and beliefs. Therefore, points of view and opinions of the employees of Kudler Foods and mine are different concerning the businesses and our personal lives. Our different theories and perspectives pertaining to business play a huge role in if the organization is successful. Each theory has its own set of standards, as does an individual. This is why the same theory will not always complement the same person’s values and ethical beliefs. My values and ethics are strongly gelled with obligation, whereas Kudler Foods is focusing on results and character. I believe if obligation and commitment are met, the organizations goals will obtained. The organization should also make their ethical values apparent to employees upon hiring them. The WEAI was fun to take and I enjoyed finding out where my ethical standards lie and to see they align with how I operate within the organization I
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