Sometimes, we hear people say, “You must act ethically”, “How unethical”, or “This is not ethical”, among countless statements concerning the urgency of its incorporation into the workplace. However, what is obvious to some is not apparent to all. Achieving its full validity demands explicit conditions that avoid framing the business work of countless men and women.  

Ethics involves including rules that indicate how to behave to ensure decent performance. It allows you to demonstrate attitudes and habits consistent with the organisation’s corporate values and that, in addition, must be sustainable over time. Therefore, we refer to the principles we choose to guide our actions and decisions.  

It is possible to proceed ethically with proper self-esteem, clarity in decision-making, and firmly held principles, although not everyone may welcome or accept them. Such elements must be integrated unequivocally. In the name of “pragmatism”, in countless circumstances, it is intended to bracket ethics. Also, the majority’s will, agreement or pressure does not imply a correct decision. Hence, there is enormous importance in proceeding, at all times, independently and far from outside interference.  

We should not seek refuge in the actions of others to justify ourselves. Let us act individually; we decline to resort to various forms of “moral disconnection” to minimise or protect our positions. Ethics requires autonomy, firmness, conviction, and courage. Remember!  

The work environment makes it possible to realise the difficulties and misunderstandings about its implementation or its coincidence with corporate policies. However, it enhances the image, grants credibility and provides prestige. It is a magnificent letter of introduction and represents added value. In short, it will unfold new opportunities and achievements.  

Below, I explain several practical recommendations beyond our hierarchy for the workplace. These are only reflections and suggestions associated with sound business practices, whose value will depend on the solvency and conviction to interpret the obligatory transcendence of ethics unambiguously.  

Make transparency a style of action. This is part of a virtuous circle designed to promote trust and, therefore, the creation of a coexistence that will facilitate sustainable reciprocity with its collaborators, clients, and suppliers. Likewise, it provides a space that is more convenient for business.  

Practice loyalty. It is one of the most esteemed values due to its vast impact. It will manifest your entire identity and commitment to the organisation. However, it is challenging and an environment full of temptations, betrayals, and ephemeral fidelities.  

Please be cautious and use your best judgment. Maintain the utmost confidentiality, even when discussing topics not explicitly labelled as confidential. The table will make it easier to make it worthy of consideration. Be the owner of your silence instead of a slave to words expressed in moments of recklessness. This quality can ensure your job stability.  

Assume tolerance as an expression of your soft skills. Be able to forge a healthy interaction with those who, for religious, social, ideological, and sexual motivations, have views opposite to yours. Apply empathy and accept human differences. Discrepancies provide us with learning, contributions and positive connotations.  

Be consistent in what you think, feel, say, and do. Propose to exercise scarce decency in a context dominated by interests, calculations, and opportunism. Have the power to communicate what you conceive – maintaining adequate correctness and tact – and decline to declare what others wish to hear. Avoid flattering or conniving comments. This customary shame is usually disguised by submission, apathy, and sordid mutis in teachers’ meetings.  

Exercise respect as a factor of integration. Recognition of the rights of others, good education, and kindness distinguish open doors, enhance personality, and generate an optimal space for understanding. It will make connecting with your peers more pleasant and contribute to an excellent work environment.  

Our performance demonstrates our values and guidelines and, especially, reveals the genuine dimension of our ethics. Let us have the indissoluble conviction of internalising it as an inspiring and hopeful light despite the darkness, obstacles and apathy we face. I look forward to the words of the famous Australian writer Morris West: “Example is the lesson that all men can read.”  

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