Fraud Schemes - 6 Main Types Of Occupational Fraud

Occupational fraud is when an employee violates their corporate duty to obtain personal benefit. The six types of occupational fraud are employee embezzlement, management fraud, investment fraud, vendor fraud, customer fraud, and misc. fraud. Awareness is the first step in prevention.

Ethics - Or Code of Ethics (COE), APEX

Dear reader this article was developed to explain in pray fully simple, basic words and with a universal understanding of why one COE does not fit all, why there are varied COE's, and the important question as to why different approaches are taken in administration. And why we have supported APEX since its inception in 1999.

Business Ethics Guidelines - An Ethical Action Test From Your Strategic Thinking Business Coach

Each of us is ultimately responsible for our own actions. Although in today's business world, I imagine many skeptics would take exception to that statement because there is evidence that people are not held accountable for their actions, even when they are unethical. And even more disturbing, some are even rewarded for unethical actions. Each of us makes a choice to act ethically or to act unethically. It is essential that we know what is ethical and what is unethical. But, more challenging and difficult than knowing what is ethical, is knowing what is right and then doing what is right. Always doing the right thing is required for long-term success in your business and personal lives. So what advice and guidance are available to check if the action is right before implementing a decision to act? Well, your strategic thinking business coach has a set of questions to provide guidance to you for ethical decisions and actions.

Sales Ethics

He was brilliant. Polished. An asset for the company he represented. In less than an hour, he worked up the crowd to fever pitch. Hundreds of people lined up to sign up for the next step-which involved a no-cost, eight-hour financial investment training day.

I Was A Victim Of Intellectual Properties Theft

Don't you hate it when you share an absolutely brilliant idea with your colleague and she runs to your boss and presented your idea as hers? It's totally dishonorable, absolutely despicable and utterly disgusting when such scumbags are bathed in the light of your glory while you languish in the back-waters of obscurity. That idea of yours is an intellectual property and should be protected. Find out why I'm mad this time...

Small Office Congratulations With A Gift Basket

Managers and Bosses, take time to thank your employees. By taking time to get them a small memento they are sure to work harder!

Are You Revealing Your Lack of Ethics and Ultimately Lack of Business Results as a Business Coach?

Most business coaches and executive coaches believe that they are ethical. However, this story truly reveals some hidden agendas for some who are business coaches or executive coaches.

Ethics On The Internet - Can It Be Ignored?

The internet is a culture building phenomenon and we are not alone there. The internet is a web, where every one is making an impression on others, for good or bad. People are selfish and many will think of themselves before anyone else. But we are responsible for the contribution we make to the internet culture. The author gives 5 questions for you to ask yourself when you run into something that seems a little spammy or doesn't sound ethical or right.

Opening a Dollar Store - Give and Receive

If you are opening a dollar store be sure that you support the community that your store is located in. One of the best things that you can do for your business is to establish a set of guidelines associated with giving to the community. Manage your business to that guideline by giving every month.

Mail Order Fraud - The Facts!

This article makes for scary reading, it is the thing nightmares are made of and all entrepreneurs could benefit from reading it.

E-Blood Money - The Sick Power of Get Rich Quick

I almost felt guilty - Kind of like a recovering alcoholic going down the liquor isle to go smile at the selection of beers knowing he'll never buy one, but guilty just for looking. There I was reading the information for one of those Internet get rich quick programs, thinking about different dubious ways I could make it work.

Inspiration Ethics - The Value of Authenticity

Do you have your own code of ethics? What if your core values were obvious in your daily actions and behavior? How would you be different? In this article, learn how authenticity can help you make a difference in your work, home, community and institutions.

Ideas for Sending Business Thank You Gifts

This article gives ideas and suggestions for sending thank you gifts from a business.