Personal Values
Personal Values
Cheryl L. Jones
University of Phoenix
Management 521
Shelby Frutchey
January 23, 2009
Personal Values
The purpose of this paper is to identify the author’s personal values, work ethics, and how such values align with that of Kudler Fine Foods. Through this analysis, the author will reveal the impact of her potential performance as a manager at Kudler Fine Foods.
Nonis and Swift’s (2001) research reveals that “values are a powerful influence on human attitudes. Values are believed to be a powerful force on the behavioral responses of individuals, employee problems in the workplace, and the significant increase in unethical business practice” (Nonis and Swift, 2001, p. 2). The value a person believes in defines his or her character. According to University of Phoenix Week Six Overview (2008), Ethics Awareness Inventory Scoring summary reports the author’s ethical profile most closely align with character and least aligned with equity. Some of the character qualities that the author possesses consist of honesty, integrity, dependability, and loyalty. The learner’s personal values align with the core values of the commissioned corps of the U.S. Public Health Service, which consist of leadership, service, integrity and excellence.
According to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2008): Leadership provides vision and purpose in public health through inspiration, dedication, and loyalty. Service demonstrates a commitment to public health through compassionate actions and stewardship of time, resources, and talents. Integrity exemplifies uncompromising ethical conduct and maintains the highest standards of responsibility and accountability. Excellence exhibits superior performance and continuous improvement in knowledge and expertise as a public health officer. (para. 1)
The author is proud to incorporate these values as an integral part of her duties as a public health officer and life while protecting, promoting,...
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