UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI

J. P. Rizal Ext., West Rembo, Makati City

HIGHER SCHOOL NG UMAK
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Course Title Title
Module 2 4.5
Work Ethics
Career Advocacy

At the end of the module, the learner will be able to:

Learning Objectives 1. To be familiarize with what work ethics is all about
2. To start building good work ethic

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O this module is dedicated to to helped the learners developed a good work ethics and hopefully
N the learning’s they learned from this module will be able to help them achieve their dreams and
become successful in life.

Ethics seeks to resolve questions of human morality by

defining concepts such as good and evil, right and wrong, virtue and vice, justice and crime. As a field of
intellectual inquiry, moral philosophy also is related to the fields of moral psychology, descriptive ethics, and
value theory.

Rules of Ethics are specific statements of minimally

acceptable as well as unacceptable professional conduct. The Code is designed to provide guidance to
members, applicants, and certified individuals as they make professional decisions.

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How to Teach Ethics When Your Syllabus Is Packed

 Connect ethics to students' own lives. Some professors introduce the topic in a way students can relate
to. ...
 Use case studies and real-world examples. ...
 Look local
 Use mini-lessons
 Teach building blocks
 Remain available
 Tap existing materials

According to (Britannica) Ethics, also called moral philosophy, the discipline concerned with what is morally
good and bad and morally right and wrong. The term is also applied to any system or theory of moral values or
principles

We need to be ethical because it defines who we are individually and as a society. These are norms of behavior
that everyone should follow. Our society might fall into chaos if we accept that each of us could pick and
choose what the right thing to do is. This is the moral point of view.

What is a Good Work Ethic?

Work ethic is an attitude of determination and dedication toward one's job. Those with a strong work
ethic place a high value on their professional success. They exhibit moral principles that make them
outstanding employees in any position. Also, Work ethic is a belief that hard work and diligence have a moral
benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. It is a set of
values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work.

Good work ethic is an extremely positive soft skill that employees across all industries and levels of seniority
should work to continually develop. Expect to enjoy your work more and increase your marketability as you
develop better work ethic throughout your career.

People with a good work ethic have the ability to stay focused on tasks for as long as necessary to get them
done. Focus is equally as important as persistence when it comes to work ethic. Focusing will allow you to
finish tasks more efficiently while avoiding distractions.

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The most obvious sign of a negative work ethic is a lack of productivity. CNN cites procrastination at the top of
its list of bad work habits; an employee who rushes through assignments or waits until the last minute to
complete them often turns in lower quality work, as well as running the risk of missing a deadline.

What is Ethical Behavior?

Ethical behavior includes honesty, integrity, fairness and a variety of other positive traits. Those who have
others' interests in mind when they make decisions are displaying ethical behavior. In the workplace, there
might be a standard for ethics set throughout the company.

How do you describe a good work ethic?

You will be the one to assess what is good or bad behavior for you. In that way, you will be able to describe
what is a Good Work Ethic. A Good Work Ethic may possess the following:

 Dependable.
 Respectful.
 Enthusiastic.
 Dedicated.
 Committed.
 Positive.

Is Work Ethic a Strenght?

For the purposes of a job interview, having a

“strong work ethic” means you value
hard work and take personal pride in putting
in your best effort. Dictionary definitions link
moral character and virtue to work ethic, but
interviewers are mostly interested in your
behavior on the job

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How do I get work ethic?

Here are some things you can do now to develop a good work ethic.

 Practice punctuality. Develop the habit of being on time or early for all appointments.
 Develop professionalism. Professionalism goes beyond a crisp white shirt and tie.
 Cultivate self-discipline.
 Use time wisely.
 Stay balanced.

Here are some ways you can apply ethics to your life:

 Consider how you interact with animals. Some folks may

think animals don't ethically matter.
 Be kinder to the environment.
 Respect and defend human rights.
 Become more ethical in your career.
 Engage with medical advances.

What are the key elements of ethics?

Consider these eight elements that comprise

the ethical bedrock of an awesome organization:

 Respect
 Honor
 Integrity
 Customer focus
 Results-oriented
 Risk-taking
 Passion
 Persistence

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 What are the 5 codes of ethics?

1. Integrity.
2. Objectivity.
3. Professional competence.
4. Confidentiality.
5. Professional behavior.

What are 3 types of ethics?

1. Virtue ethics
2. Consequentialist ethics
3. Deontological or duty-based ethic

While your character is determined and defined by your actions (i.e., whether your actions are honorable and
ethical according to the 12 ethical principles:
1. HONESTY
2. INTEGRITY
3. PROMISE-KEEPING
4. LOYALTY
5. FAIRNESS
6. CARING
7. RESPECT FOR OTHERS.
8. LAW ABIDING
9. COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
10. LEADERSHIPREPUTATION AND MORALE
11. ACCOUNTABILITY

Ethical leadership is defined as “leadership demonstrating and promoting 'normatively appropriate conduct
through personal actions and interpersonal relations'.” When you boil it down, this really means that ethical
leadership is defined as putting people into management and leadership positions who will promote and be
the leader.

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 Ethics and leadership are linked by power in the context of an organization. Ethics requires power, in that the
individual must have the power to act. Leadership requires power, the power given by those led. The decisions
made by an individual on how they use power determine both their ethical and leadership qualities.

Leadership is the art of motivating a group of people to act toward achieving a common goal. In a business
setting, this can mean directing workers and colleagues with a strategy to meet the company's needs. Here's
what you need to know about leadership, and some examples of how it can benefit businesses.

Ethical Leadership Characteristics

 Justice. An ethical leader is always fair and just.
 Respect others. One of the most important traits of ethical leadership is the respect that is given to followers.
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 Honesty
 Humane
 Focus on teambuilding
 Value driven decision-making
 Encourages initiative
 Leadership by example

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A Newspaper/Tabloid Making Contest. Each group will be making their own Newspaper and the Content will
S be all about Ethics. All Parts of the Newspaper shall be Covered. This Activity will cover the Culminating
S Activity for Creative Non-Fiction.

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S Creativity ( Designs and Décor)– 30%
Content (All about Ethics) – 50%
M Submission Compliance (Deadline) – 10%
E Parts of the Newspaper – 10%
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2. Provide examples of good and bad work ethics.
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M 4. Provide examples of Soft and Hard Skills.
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https://www.indeed.com

https://wikipedia.com

https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com

https://www.thebalancecareers.com

https://www.britannica.com

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https://www.saintleo.edu
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https://www.betterteam.com
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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https://www.aicpa.org

https://www.roberthalf.com.au

https://www.wgu.edu

https://yscouts.com
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http://dtpr.lib.athabascau.ca
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