Business & ethics

So what does it look like when an ethical person does business?  Here's one example.

Michael Hyatt gives advice on how to conduct a meeting in such a way that all parties will benefit (win).

"at the end of the day, everyone is a volunteer. People will only go so far in the performance of a duty. If you want their very best, you have to have their hearts. You can’t demand this or even buy it with a paycheck. You have to earn it  [by treating them as you would like to be treated].

"In my experience, there are five ways to do this:

1. Assume others are smart and working hard.
2. Listen intently and ask thoughtful questions.
3. Acknowledge the sacrifices others have made on your behalf.
4. Express gratitude for their effort and their results.
5. Remind them why their work is so important and the difference they are making."

If you had to do business with someone, you'd want it to be someone like Michael . . . because he uses the Golden Rule. (This is from his blog.)