Transparency in business conduct is a challenge that requires alignment from the executive suite all the way to casual staff. A blueprint for conduct alignment that is worth sharing follows.
- Take the time to develop a business code of conduct and ethics. Ensure you have input from all levels of the organization when developing the code.
- Orientation for all employees from the CEO / President to the part time casual staff is mandatory.
- Ensure employees understand and appreciate that decisions they make and activities they engage in reflect the principles in the code of conduct.
- Encourage employees to refer to the code when faced with a decision or challenge.
- Provide a safe and confidential method for employees to voice concerns or areas that may need to be reviewed.
- Engage a random selection of employees from different divisions or departments to review the code of conduct annually. Incorporate recommended changes to the code and have all employees re-oriented to the differences.
Transparency that is present at every level then ensures a continuous level of engagement. Employees typically buy in and those who do not leave to pursue other opportunities.
Marie-Helene & Effective Placement & Faery Godmothers
