ETHICAL VALUE # 1: Responsibility
This value is important to our team because:
The sense of responsibility should be innate in each and every member of the team. Taking responsibility encourages accountability. If each team member feels that he is responsible for a particular task, he now has ownership of the outcome of the decisions he makes.
In order to uphold this value, team members will (describe desired behaviour):
It should be clear to each and every member of the team what jobs they are assigned to and the job’s roles and corresponding responsibilities. A responsible team member is not afraid to ask questions about anything he finds vague. Each team member is expected to own up to the decisions that they make.
ETHICAL VALUE # 2: Fairness
This value is important to our team because:
In a team, it is very important for each team member to feel that there is equality in the delegation of specific roles and responsibilities. Delegation can be done according to the strengths and weakness of each team member.
In order to uphold this value, team members will (describe desired behaviour):
Discuss what is fair for each and everyone in terms of assignments. Consider the strengths and weakness of each individual. This will enable delegation of duties accordingly. This way no one will be given too much to do and some too little to do.
ETHICAL VALUE # 3: Integrity
This value is important to our team because:
If each team member upholds the value of integrity, everything becomes simple. Each follows a straight path consistently. If everyone will be guided by what is important to the team, then it will be very easy to work with one another. This then creates trust amongst team members as each will learn how to lean on each other.
In order to uphold this value, team members will (describe desired behaviour):
Each and every team member is expected to make the right choice according to moral and social standards when faced with compromising circumstances. Honesty goes a long way in upholding the value of integrity.
ETHICAL VALUE # 4: Respect
This value is important to our team because:
Having respect for each other’s boundaries creates respect. Respecting each team member’s individuality, beliefs and values ensures a working environment free from conflict, anger and stress.
In order to uphold this value, team members will (describe desired behaviour):
In order to maintain respect for each other, each team member is expected to be upfront with feedback about each other’s work. Feedback and comments must be relayed as objectively as possible. This will create an open and accepting environment of one’s opinions.
ETHICAL VALUE # 5: Trust
This value is important to our team because:
Trust is very important for a team to be successful. Trusting each other creates an open working environment where each team member is assured that they have each other’s backs. Trust, being a foundation of the team’s relationship, ensures longevity and strength.
In order to uphold this value, team members will (describe desired behaviour):
Each team member must be committed to do what they promise to deliver. This ensures that each team member can be relied on by the other. Honesty goes a long way in building trust. The team is expected to maintain honesty in giving both negative and positive comments.
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