A man and his wife set out on a contracting journey years ago. With a laminated quote from Lloyd Shearer in one hand and HVAC training in the other, Don Millard began Bel Red Heating and Air ...

Steve Phillips doesn’t understand why customers in today’s world wouldn’t want help from a salesperson. But he’s not so stubborn that he refuses to believe it is true. “My son keeps talking about ...

According to a recent study conducted by the global consulting firm, EY, 97% of respondents reported that it is important for companies to act with integrity. Many companies tout integrity as a core ...

Your company might not be as valuable as you think. I hope that isn't the case, but when you're number-crunching and looking at your business's net worth, you should also be examining your core values ...

Core values serve as guiding principles that shape our attitudes, actions, and decisions. According to psychological research, values are fundamental beliefs that guide our choices and behaviors. They ...

Integrity isn’t about perfection—it’s about doing the right thing even when no one’s watching. It’s a quiet strength passed down in moments that seem small at the time: telling the truth, owning your ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Attracting high-paying clients by marketing with a book and a speech. This article is more than 4 years old. It is often assumed ...

Knowing and acting on core values is essential to being a resilient educator—and resilience is key to managing the continuous challenges that any educator faces. Before I introduce an activity to help ...

As an organization trains and brings on new leadership, it's natural for some operations and initiatives to fluctuate. However, it's important to not cross the line into the fundamental values of a ...

Every day, people are showing others what their guiding principles and morals are. By the decisions you have to make, big and small, you indicate the ethics and code of conduct by which you operate.

Please note: This item is from our archives and was published in 2004. It is provided for historical reference. The content may be out of date and links may no longer function. S. Scott Voynich, CPA, ...