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Character Bulletin

Character

What is
Character?

The qualities built into an

individuals life that
determine his or her
response, regardless of
circumstances

Character

What is
Character?

Character is who you are,

even when you think no
one else is watching.

Character

What is
Character?
Character is the inward

motivation to do what is
right according to the
highest standards of
behavior in every situation.

Character

True
Brillianc
Character is like a
e
diamond. The ultimate
goal is to develop a radiance
of character that
is so blended together that
many qualities sparkle in the
light of a single deed.
Character

Strong
Characte Relationships
Good Reputation
Good
rCharacter is the rootJob Promotion
Leadership
Safe

vs.
Achievement
system that supports
your entire life.

Environment
Healthy
Family Unity
Lifestyle

Achievement is the
visible fruit that
results from your
character.

Loyalty
Truthfulness
Cautiousness
Diligence
Wisdom
Deference SelfControl
Character

Of all the properties which

belong to honorable men,

not one is so highly prized

as that of character.

Henry Clay

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How Can We Build Character

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Emphasize
Character is emphasized
by building awareness
through training, materials,
and the example of
leadership.

1
Character

Require
Character is required by
raising standards of good
character and lowering
acceptance of bad behavior.
Organizations do this by
adjusting standards, hiring for
character, and applying
character-based correction.

2
Character

Recognize
Character is recognized by
identifying and praising
character qualities that
motivate the achievements
of others.

3
Character

Key Concepts

for
Personal
Development

Character

Evaluate Areas for

Improvement
Determine areas of
weakness and take
specific action to improve
those areas of your life.

1
Character

Evaluate Areas for

Improvement
What is the real
motivation behind the
things you do?
Determine specific steps
to overcome areas of
character weakness.

Design daily reminders to

develop good character.
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Take Personal
Responsibility
Character is the personal
responsibility of every
individual. You must take
this responsibility
seriously to achieve true
success in life.

2
Character

Take Personal
Responsibility
Don't make excuses for
poor character.
Use criticism to identify
and improve areas of
weakness.

Purpose to demonstrate
good character, even when
no one is watching.
Character

Do Your Best
Giving your best not only
makes the workplace more
productive but also
affects your decisions,
relationships, goals, and
actions.

3
Character

Do Your Best
Purpose to do what you
know is rightbecause
it is right.
Develop good character,
and good achievement
will follow.

3
Character

Praise
Character
in Others
Praising
character
involves tracing
achievements to the
character qualities that
motivated the individual.

4
Character

Praise
Character
in
Others
Become
familiar with
the 49 character qualities
and definitions.
Be alert and use daily
opportunities to sincerely
praise others for character.

4
Character

Make Character
Growth a Way of
Life
Developing a foundation
of character is a lifelong
task, yet the benefits will
outweigh the extra
investment of time
and effort.

5
Character

Make Character
Growth a Way of
Life
Have family members,
friends, and coworkers
hold you accountable for
building character.
Let your example
motivate those around
you to higher standards
of character.

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Character

Discussion
Questions

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Questions

1. What problems could your organization

face if it employs people with poor
character?
2. What aspects of daily life have the power
to shape and form our character?
3. What are creative ways you can help
emphasize character in your organization?
4. What standards in your workplace relate to
good character?
5. How has another persons recognition of
your character or efforts encouraged you?
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Resources
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Introduction Video

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