Of course, in these days of downsizing and increasing change, some may argue that these ideals are unrealistic. If you treat your employees with disrespect and distrust, chances are they will do the same toward you. When you are developing your ethics policy, you must decide what it is you want your company to stand for, put it in writing, and enforce it. A purpose combines both your vision as well as the values you would like to see upheld in your business. It comes from the top and outlines specifically what is considered acceptable as well as unacceptable in terms of conduct in your business.
Pride builds dignity and self-respect.
If employees are proud of where they work and what they are doing, they are much more apt to act in an ethical manner. Without it, you will become too frustrated and will be more tempted to choose unethical alternatives. Persistence means standing by your word. It means being committed. If you are not committed to the ethics you have outlined, then they become worthless.