Which of the following is the most effective way to encourage Ethical behavior in your organization?

Question

Question: Which of the following is the most effective way to encourage Ethical behavior in your organization?

Options:

1.  Clearly laying out expected behavior in a written policy or code of ethics
2.  Making sure top management set clear examples of ethical behavior
3.  Punishing those who act unethically
4.  None of these

Answer 1

1. Clearly laying out expected behavior in a written policy or code of ethics

Clearly laying out expected behavior in a written policy or code of ethics is the most effective way to encourage ethical behavior in your organization.

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More information:

Some ethical behaviors in an organization are following rules and regulation, effective communication, taking responsibility, accountability, professionalism, trust and mutual respect for your colleagues at work.

The best way to implement ethical behavior is to clearly lay out expected behavior in a written policy or code of ethics.