Wasim HasanLecturer in English

 MS Applied Linguistics

M.A. English (Linguistics & Literature)PGD in Computer Sciences

PGD in Linguistics

Ethics (moral philosophy), is a branch

of philosophy that involves systematizing,

defending, and recommending concepts of

right and wrong conduct. The term comes

from the Greek word ethos, which means

“character”. Ethics is a complement

to Aesthetics. In philosophy, ethics studies

the moral behavior in humans, and how

one should act.

Ethical communication is fundamental to responsible thinking, decision making and the development of relationship and communities within and across contexts, cultures, channels and media. Ethical communication enhances human worth and dignity by fostering, truthfulness, fairness, responsibility, personal integrity and respect for self and others.

(National communication Association)

An ethical communication: includes all relevant information is true in every sense and is not deceptive in

any way. is accurate and sincere. Avoids language that

manipulates, discriminates or exaggerates. does not hide negative information behind an

optimistic attitude. does not state opinions as facts. portrays graphic data fairly.

Promotes long term business Profit Long term integrity

Maintain candour (truthfulness) Keep message accurate Secrecy Ensure timeliness of communication Avoid deception Confront unethical behavior

Any employee who goes public with

information about corporate abuses or

negligence is known as a whistle-blower.

Corporations and managers legitimately

expect employee loyalty. Greed, jealousy

and revenge motivate whistle blowing.

Attendance

Character

Team Work

Appearance

Attitude

Productivity

Organizational Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Respect

Top 10 Work Ethics

Be On TIME … Don’t Be ABSENT!!

Honest … Dependable … Loyal

Working toward a goal requirescooperation and respect

Clothing … Hygiene … Manners

Be Positive! … You Can Do It!!

Make Good Use of Your Time

The to getting your task done on time KEY

Written … Verbal … Visual

Working Together to Achieve More

Be sensitive to Racial andCultural Difference

ReferencesReferences S. Pfeiffer, William George. (2007)

Technical Writing: A Practical Approach (Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall)

Bovee & Thill. (2008) Business Communication Today (Prentice-Hall)

Smith-Worthington Darlene, Jefferson Sue. (2008) Technical Writing for Success (Nelson Education, Ltd. USA)