http://www.artipot.com/dir/business/ethics/ Latest Ethics articles from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/382196/ftc-searching-for-public-comment-on-debt-collection-litigation-for-workshop.htm The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) last week put out a announcement for public comment in advance of its two-day workshop on debt collection litigation and arbitration practices to be conducted in early August. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:57:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/382196/ftc-searching-for-public-comment-on-debt-collection-litigation-for-workshop.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377087/n-j-debt-collection-act-closer-to-reality.htm The first call came in late April. Megan Duffy, a 21-year-old college student, answered the phone at her parents' home in Belmar, N.J., and heard the voice of a debt collector. With just one credit card and a few hospital bills to pay off, she wasn't bothered. For Duffy and other New Jersey residents who feel bothered by debt collectors, relaxation could be on the way. An... Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:53:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377087/n-j-debt-collection-act-closer-to-reality.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/375848/3-most-common-types-of-product-liability-insurance-claims.htm The types of potential product defects that allow product liability insurance lawsuites to get entered into the court system. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:04:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/375848/3-most-common-types-of-product-liability-insurance-claims.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/375611/n-j-debt-collection-act-nearer-to-reality.htm The first call came in late April. Megan Duffy, a 21-year-old college student, answered the phone at her parents' home in Belmar, N.J., and heard the voice of a debt collector. With just one credit card and a few hospital bills to pay off, she wasn't bothered. For Duffy and other New Jersey residents who feel bothered by debt collectors, relaxation could be on the way. An... Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:47:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/375611/n-j-debt-collection-act-nearer-to-reality.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/366667/10-biggest-business-mistakes-made-by-health-professionals-part-2.htm Unprofessional dressing. You may already be on top of this one. But it's a mistake I've seen so often, that I must address it. I've seen practitioners work bare feet. And hey, if that's the life and practice you want, I'm not one to rain on your parade. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:25:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/366667/10-biggest-business-mistakes-made-by-health-professionals-part-2.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/363726/greening-your-supply-chain-begins-at-the-bottom-underneath-it-all-is-your-pallet.htm Most people believe change starts at the top. But when it comes to greening your supply chain, change really starts at the bottom. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:16:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/363726/greening-your-supply-chain-begins-at-the-bottom-underneath-it-all-is-your-pallet.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/362787/how-to-incorporate-business-ethics-without-sacrificing-bottom-line-profits.htm One of the basic principles of sound and ethical business is about creating value for people, and creating more value than the amount of money that you are asking in return. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:55:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/362787/how-to-incorporate-business-ethics-without-sacrificing-bottom-line-profits.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/348826/have-your-pallet-specs-become-wrecks.htm The high-quality pallet you thought you were buying doesn't quite live up to the low ball price? Surprised? You shouldn't be. It's business-as-usual for some pallet suppliers. Wed, 13 May 2009 04:07:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/348826/have-your-pallet-specs-become-wrecks.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/347843/tobacco-makes-a-very-picky-crop.htm If you love cigars--if you're a true cigar aficionado--you probably wonder, every now and again, what life is like for the hard-working folks who grow the tobacco for your favorite cigars. Tue, 12 May 2009 06:01:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/347843/tobacco-makes-a-very-picky-crop.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/343853/why-being-socially-conscious-can-make-a-difference.htm The world faces countless problems today - from world hunger to pressing environmental issues. But from behaving in a more ethical manner it is possible to make a difference. Fri, 08 May 2009 16:09:07 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/343853/why-being-socially-conscious-can-make-a-difference.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/336250/plastic-or-wood-pallets-which-is-greener-debunking-the-environmental-myth-of-plastic-pallets.htm For all the green rhetoric being tossed around today by the manufacturers of plastic pallets about their sustainability and recyclable nature, the facts are still the facts. Plastic, in any form other than its possible color, isn't green in any measurable degree. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:48:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/336250/plastic-or-wood-pallets-which-is-greener-debunking-the-environmental-myth-of-plastic-pallets.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/333998/business-card-etiquette-what-to-know.htm Very few individuals have the natural aptitude to follow rules of etiquette without being told what they are, and most of us wallow in a bit of helpless ignorance until somebody comes along and shows us the light. Major rule of good business card etiquette is to take advantage of opportunities to advertise for free. Good business card etiquette is within your grasp. Proper... Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:45:41 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/333998/business-card-etiquette-what-to-know.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/317101/in-regards-to-taxes-which-is-more-important-to-you-how-it-is-raised-or-how-it-is-spent.htm For centuries governments have had taxation of one form or another. Everyone hates them, but this is the way the government gets money to support the social programs we want to have in our society. Two of the biggest questions have always been what is the best allocation of collecting taxes from the public and then deciding how to spend the collected funds. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 23:35:38 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/317101/in-regards-to-taxes-which-is-more-important-to-you-how-it-is-raised-or-how-it-is-spent.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/312261/accounts-receivable-factoring-for-business-loans-in-canada.htm A little while ago I received some information from an Import company located just outside Toronto, Canada. The reason the contacted my office was that they were referred to me because their company had out grown their Operating Line of Credit and their bank was unwilling to help them. Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:57:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/312261/accounts-receivable-factoring-for-business-loans-in-canada.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/311657/is-a-huge-sale-a-dream-or-a-nightmare.htm Have you ever dreamed of that Big Sale? Sure you have; everyone that owns a company has. That is why you are in business to start with. But what will happen when you get that massive order? How will you be able to afford to deliver it? It is twice the size of your Operational Line of Credit. Tue, 24 Mar 2009 02:52:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/311657/is-a-huge-sale-a-dream-or-a-nightmare.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/310436/ar-factoring-breathes-life-back-into-texas-based-freight-carrier.htm Can you imagine working really hard to make ends meet and cutting costs everywhere to make yourself profitable and your get a registered letter in the mail from your bank demanding their Line of Credit to be paid off within 14 days? Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:12:03 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/310436/ar-factoring-breathes-life-back-into-texas-based-freight-carrier.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/310206/an-interesting-week-for-politics-and-finance-indeed.htm There was no shortage of news this week for the blogs of the world. Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:24:11 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/310206/an-interesting-week-for-politics-and-finance-indeed.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/310155/angel-investors-not-always-the-best-alternative.htm Today getting a small business loan is a daunting task at best " regardless if you are in the United States or Canada. Many businesses look to Angel Investors for the much needed cash injections the banks had turned them away for. But is this the Best Alternative? Sun, 22 Mar 2009 02:16:51 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/310155/angel-investors-not-always-the-best-alternative.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/309519/accounts-receivable-factoring-business-in-the-white-house.htm It makes you wonder what the President will not do to stimulate the economy. Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:08:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/309519/accounts-receivable-factoring-business-in-the-white-house.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/309345/good-business-ethics.htm Answering the phone at home is always easy. You just say hello and wait to hear the voice on the other end of the line. If you know them, there is no need to ask who is calling and what they want. These conversations are always casual, even when someone may be calling you about something business related. They know they are calling your home and they know you are not going... Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:39:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/309345/good-business-ethics.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/309321/president-obama-stomps-his-foot-down-on-aig.htm It is little surprise over the outrage that has been fostered over the AIG bonuses paid out last week President Obama has given specific instructions to do what ever is necessary to stop the abuse and the AIG irresponsibleness to the American public. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:43:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/309321/president-obama-stomps-his-foot-down-on-aig.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/309026/the-federal-reserve-is-fighting-for-business.htm As promised the Federal Reserve lashed out at the economy doing another bold move today proving that they are not going to sit back and wait for the economy to fix itself. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:12:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/309026/the-federal-reserve-is-fighting-for-business.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/305642/are-you-authentic.htm Being truly authentic to yourself means that you don't have to try too hard to think of how to respond or act in situations. If you have a clear understanding of your standards, ethics and what you stand for; then you're more able to spontaneously respond to everyday situations. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:33:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/305642/are-you-authentic.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/292712/the-credit-repair-organization-act-are-your-rules-to-follow-in-conducting-business.htm Make more informed decisions with knowledge of the federal government in the credit repair organization act. Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:33:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/292712/the-credit-repair-organization-act-are-your-rules-to-follow-in-conducting-business.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/286014/only-greedy-oil-companies-can-produce-cheap-gasoline-for-everyone.htm Oil companies have largely taken the blame for our"record high" gasoline prices. But, are oil companies really to blame for our current situation? Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:25:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/286014/only-greedy-oil-companies-can-produce-cheap-gasoline-for-everyone.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/283372/gaining-a-reputation-through-staff-involvement-safety-auditing-and-ethical-business-practise.htm An article about putting in place the systems and processes that will ensure a business gains the upper hand on its competitors. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:55:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/283372/gaining-a-reputation-through-staff-involvement-safety-auditing-and-ethical-business-practise.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/282894/a-neutral-intermediary-the-better-business-bureau.htm Today's market economy depends on consumers to spend money in businesses that they trust. The increased prevalence of issues like identity theft has increased consumer awareness in regards to the integrity of businesses and their employees. One agency that helps ameliorate consumer concerns (though not necessarily with identity theft) is the Better Business Bureau. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:11:19 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/282894/a-neutral-intermediary-the-better-business-bureau.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/277650/google-plays-politics-with-the-search-results.htm Google appears to penalize web sites which do not support Google's political agenda. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:26:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/277650/google-plays-politics-with-the-search-results.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/276759/a-green-audit-a-look-at-your-business-through-grass-tinted-specs.htm Once upon a time, businesses would brag about their charity work and involvement with community programmes, but Green issues are now top of the agenda. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 18:37:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/276759/a-green-audit-a-look-at-your-business-through-grass-tinted-specs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/269220/how-has-the-credit-crunch-affected-ethical-consumerism.htm Despite concerns about the viability of ethical consumerism in a recession, many ethical retailers are reporting growth in the fourth quarter of 2008, with further growth projected for 2009. So will the global economic downturn hit ethical retailers, or will consumers spending continue to favour products with a conscience? Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:46:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/269220/how-has-the-credit-crunch-affected-ethical-consumerism.htm