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National Defense May 2015 Marillyn A. Hewson	Trust Builds Value in Business Ethics Programs It helps to have a strong ethical culture. When these principles are embedded into your business environment, it's easier to quickly and transparently handle any issues that arise -- from providing guidance on difficult questions to mediating disputes.
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Financial Planning July 1, 2006 John J. Bowen	Digging Deep One of the most important conversations you can have with your financial advisory clients is about their values. Once you are proficient at helping clients determine what their deepest values are, you'll have a solid basis for building trust and lasting client relationships.
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The Motley Fool June 5, 2008 Morgan Housel	Get Paid to Quit Your Job Online retailer Zappos.com's innovative way to filter out subpar employees might seem completely backwards at first. It simply pays them to quit.
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