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respect for all. They should lead by example and set a behavior. This includes establishing clear policies
standard of ethical behavior for their employees and and procedures for ethical decision-making and a
colleagues. This means the leader must be willing code of ethics.
to hold themselves and others accountable for their
actions and take appropriate action when unethical Speaking of the code of ethics. This issue of The
behavior is found. The leader must also ensure the Edge includes a frameable copy of AASBO’s Code
organization has a clear set of ethical standards and of Ethics. These Codes of Ethics were based on the
policies to ensure all employees and stakeholders same Code of Ethics ASBO International adheres to.
understand their expectations. By setting an example As a school business official and member of AASBO,
and leading ethically, the leader can create a culture you can be assured that members of our association
of ethics that will permeate the entire organization. will always act with the highest regard to these codes
of ethics. I would suggest that you display them in
In summary, ethical decisions should also be based your office in a visible place so that people who meet
on a set of solid values of those they lead. The leader know they can count on you and that business will be
should strive to create an environment of respect and conducted ethically.
trust by setting clear expectations and standards of

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