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Critical Core Manufacturing Skills “Keep true, never be ashamed of doing right; decide on what you think is right and stick to it.” George EliotGeorge Eliot , British Novelist

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills Question 1 If you knew a woman who was pregnant, who had eight children already, three who were deaf, two who were blind, one developmentally disabled, and she had syphilis, would you recommend that she have an abortion? Remember your answer and go to question 2 Question 2 It is time to elect a world leader, and yours is the deciding vote. Here are the facts about the three leading candidates: Candidate A: He associates with crooked politicians and consults with astrologers. He's had two mistresses. He also chain smokes and drinks up to ten Martinis a day. Candidate B: He was ejected from office twice, sleeps until noon, used opium in college and drinks a large amount of whiskey every evening. Candidate C: He is a decorated war hero. He's a vegetarian, doesn't smoke, drinks an occasional beer and hasn't had any extra-marital affairs. Assess your personal ethics and moral judgment….just for fun… Two ethical questions:

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills The “answer”…. Candidate A... is Franklin D. Roosevelt Candidate B... is Winston Churchill Candidate C... is Adolph Hitler And by the way, the answer to the abortion question..... If you said yes, you just killed Beethoven.

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills In-teg-ri-ty, n. 1. Uprightness of character; probity; honesty. 2. Unimpaired state; soundness. 3. Undivided or unbroken state; completeness. Webster Dictionary

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills “National surveys indicate a widespread cynicism among the American public regarding the practice of ethics in businesses and other professions. This disaffection often leaves young people believing that most of their elders cheat to get ahead, and American youth seek to emulate what they believe. Nearly two-thirds of high school seniors admit to cheating in school; almost as many say they would lie on a business report, expense voucher, or employment application.” Source:

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills The Meaning of Integrity Integrity is not itself a virtue so much as it is a synthesis of the virtues, working together to form a coherent whole. This is what we call, in the real sense, character. The word integrity means "wholeness," wholeness of virtue, wholeness as a person, wholeness in the sense of being an integral part of something larger than the person - the community, the corporation, society, humanity. Integrity suggests a holistic view of ourselves.

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills The Meaning of Integrity, cont’d. A sense of one's own integrity is what allows us to navigate the treacherous waters of those dilemmas, and though integrity does not guarantee success, there can be no success without it. Source:

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills "The integrity of men is to be measured by their conduct, not by their professions.." Junius , Anonymous British Letter Writer Junius

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills Do any of these “Ethical Quandries” sound familiar? Cover-ups and misrepresentations in reporting and control procedures Misleading product or service claims Reneging or cheating on negotiated terms Establishing policy that is likely to cause others to lie to get the job done Overconfidence in one’s own judgment to the risk of the corporate entity Disloyalty to the company as soon as times get rough Poor quality Humiliating people at work or by stereotypes in advertising Lockstep obedience to authority, however unethical and unfair it may be Conflict of interest Favoritism Price-fixing Sacrificing the innocent and helpless in order to get things done Suppression of basic rights: freedom of speech, choice, and personal relationships Failing to speak up when unethical practices occur Neglect of one’s family, or neglect of one’s personal needs Not putting back what you take out of the environment, employees, and/or corporate assets Courting the business hierarchy vs. doing the job well

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills More “Ethical Quandries” Knowingly exaggerating a plan in order to get needed support Failing to address probable areas of bigotry, sexism, or racism in the workplace Climbing the corporate ladder by stepping on others Promoting the destructive go- getter who outruns his or her mistakes Failing to cooperate with other areas of the company-the enemy mentality Lying by omission to employees for the sake of the business Making an alliance with a questionable partner, albeit for a good cause Not taking responsibility for injurious practices – intentional or not Abusing or just going along with corporate perks that waste money and time Corrupting the public political process through legal means Source: Good Intentions Aside; A Manager’s Guide to Resolving Ethical Problems, Laura L. Nash

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills Ten Reasons for Doing Business ETHICALLY 10. You won’t have to worry about how your children, spouse, or parents will react when they learn from others what you have been up to. 9. You set an example for your employees to follow. If you cheat your customers, so will your employees. Remember, if they steal for you, they’ll steal from you. 8. You lower costs. The costs of maintaining the appearances of honesty are high, such as keeping two sets of books. Then there are the costs of keeping your accomplices quiet and your lawyers paid. 7. You learn to recognize other ethical people as you choose your vendors, customers, and employees. Doing business with other ethical people is less costly and more profitable than doing business with crooks. 6. You can’t buy a good night’s sleep with ill-gotten gains.

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills Ten Reasons for Doing Business ETHICALLY, cont’d. 5. It takes less effort to be honest. Dishonest people have to scheme, avoid getting caught, maintain their cover as honest people, and remember the last lie they told. 4. You build personal capital: people known for their integrity get business opportunities and job offers that those with bad reputations don’t get. 3. Being ethical requires you to consider all the people who might be affected by your decisions and actions. You are less likely to suffer the adverse consequences of overlooking someone. 2. Being ethical requires you to consider the “long run” good. You are less likely to sacrifice your long-term interests for the short-run gain. 1. Friends and acquaintances may come and go, but enemies accumulate! Source: Joe Reitz – Co-Director International Center for Ethics n Business – University of Kansas

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills “The difference between a moral man and a man of honor is that the latter regrets a discreditable act, even when it has worked and he has not been caught.” Setentiae, 1916

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills Six Questions to Heighten Moral Sensitivity Is it right? Is it fair? Am I hurting anyone? Could I disclose this to the public or a respected mentor? Would I tell my child to do this? Does it pass the “stink” test?

Critical Core Manufacturing Skills So…Do You Have Integrity?