Ethics

Ethics are moral principles that guide each and every one of us. Some codes of ethics are stronger and more firm than others, while some simply don’t have much weight on the company or individual and are considered “toothless”. We at The Walton Group hold to the former and dispel any ambiguity concerning our code of ethics. Below is a list of ethics that we hold to as we go about our professional and personal lives. We highly suggest them to you.

• Live with integrity. Being trustworthy is of utmost importance. Being the same person at all times and in all places will get you far, and is one of the best ways to gain you lifelong friends.
• Own up. Don’t simply be one who “rents” their job, being average or even above average isn’t enough. You need to own up to your tasks and do more. Set goals higher than what is asked of you and people will always be able to count on you.
• Choose the harder right. The West Point Cadet Prayer includes the phrase, “Choose the harder right over the easier wrong, and never be content with a half-truth when the whole can be won.” Crisis and problems won’t diffuse simply by giving half truths. As difficult as it may be at times, telling the whole truth and being open will always lead you to open doorways that would otherwise be closed.
• See the big picture. Everyone can come up with a good idea, but those who truly succeed have a good idea and tweak it slightly to fit various situations. These people are valuable because they aren’t focused solely on solving a problem at hand, but solving problems that will also arise in the future.
• Be kind. So often we as human beings are careless about what we do and say. We inflict pain on others far too frequently. Those who have the most loyal friends are those who have taken the time to be kind to all around them. A great measure of the kind of person you are is by the way you treat those you don’t need.
• Remain loyal. It is no secret that if you expect people to be loyal to you, then you must return the favor. Loyalty is not something that is gained in a day, it takes time. So, when you have it, make sure that you hold it dear and that you demonstrate the same kind of loyalty that has been so kindly bestowed upon you unto others.
• You are a product of your surroundings. You will constantly come across people who are smarter, more creative, and more imaginative than you are. Don’t spend time resenting these people. Hire them. Remember that the tide rises all ships. If you surround yourself with these types of people, then your own skillset will also be added upon.
• Demand high standards from yourself. It is important that you are your own toughest critic. Don’t settle for being “good enough”, raise your standards and be extraordinary. Take a few moments each week to do some soul-searching and consider what you are doing right and what you need to refine. This will give you a sense of freedom as people will realize that you need no task master, because you are a self-reliant person.
• See opportunity everywhere. Positive and negative events happen everyday in various locations around the world. The successful person is the one who takes events as opportunities and asks themselves “What about this could be an advantage to my work, goals, or organization/client?”