1. ETHICAL vs. UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR

2. Ethical behavior is encouraged from an early age.
Conduct or standard that is laid out by a society, organization or institution.
Ethical behavior is encouraged from an early age.
Without strong moral beliefs, one can be easily swayed to engage in contrary behaviors.

3. Ethical behavior in society
Varies from place to place.
The behaviors considered unethical in one society can be acceptable in another.

4. For instance
It is an unethical social behavior to engage in favoritism in the public.
Refusing to relate with others on the basis of their age, sex and race are also unethical social behaviors.

5. Ethical behavior within the work place
Conduct that organizations expect their employees to hold while at work.
Most organizations have formulated documents referred to as 'codes of conduct', that set out the accepted behaviors within the work place.

6. Ethical behavior within the work place
They have set out the rules and regulations that need to be adhered to by those in their employ.
Mainly because an individual's conduct can affect the relationships within an organization, thereby taking a negative toll on the overall performance of an organization.

7. Employee's UNETHICAL behavior
In any organization, it is unethical of an employee to be corrupt.
One is not supposed to accept or give out bribes in exchange for services or goods.
An employee who engages in corruption is said to have acted in an unethical manner.

8. Employee's UNETHICAL behavior
Taking excessive breaks or repeated sick leave are also unethical behaviors.
This should only happen when there is a serious need to do so.
Mild headaches do not count

9. Employee's UNETHICAL behavior
Taking office supplies home is extremely unethical. Office property should be kept separately from one's personal property. In some organizations, this conduct can be translated to theft.

10. Employer's unethical behavior
Not only employees can behave in unethical ways. Employers also have a common code of conduct and are required to act in a given manner. For instance, an employer is not supposed to use the company money for his personal expenses.

11. Ethical behavior in academic institutions
For students within learning institutions it is unethical behavior to cheat during examinations.

12. Six Pillars of Character

13. Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do
Trustworthiness
Be honest
Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal
Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do
Have the courage to do the right thing
Build a good reputation
Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country

14. Treat others with respect follow the Golden Rule
Be tolerant and accepting of differences
Use good manners, not bad language
Be considerate of the feelings of others
Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone
Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements

15. Responsibility Do what you are supposed to do Plan ahead
Persevere: keep on trying!
Always do your best
Use self-control
Be self-disciplined
Think before you act — consider the consequences
Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes
Set a good example for others

16. Be open-minded; listen to others Don’t take advantage of others
Fairness
Play by the rules
Take turns and share
Be open-minded; listen to others
Don’t take advantage of others
Don’t blame others carelessly
Treat all people fairly

17. Be compassionate and show you care Express gratitude Forgive others
Caring
Be kind
Be compassionate and show you care
Express gratitude
Forgive others
Help people in need

18. Citizenship Do your share to make your school and community better
Cooperate
Get involved in community affairs
Stay informed; vote
Be a good neighbor
Obey laws and rules
Respect authority
Protect the environment
Volunteer