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Rotary International is an organization focused on fostering service, ethical practices, and international goodwill. Here’s a brief breakdown of each point:
- Opportunity for Service: Building relationships and acquaintances is not just for networking but creating opportunities to serve others and the community.
- High Ethical Standards: Rotarians are encouraged to uphold strong ethical standards in their professional lives, impacting their communities positively.
- Recognition of All Occupations: Every occupation is valued for its contribution to society, promoting respect for various professions and fields of work.
- Personal Application of Service: Rotarians are called to integrate the ideal of service into all aspects of their lives—personal, professional, and community-focused.
- Advancing International Understanding: The organization strives to promote peace and goodwill globally, uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds through shared values of service.
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The Four Way Test
The Four Way Test developed by Herbert J. Taylor in 1932 when he was asked to take charge of the Chicago-based Club Aluminum Company, which was facing bankruptcy, serves as a guiding framework for ethical decision-making in business and service. Here’s a look at each of the four questions:
- Is it the Truth?: This principle emphasizes honesty and integrity in all interactions, ensuring transparency in dealings.
- Is it Fair to all concerned?: This question encourages fairness and equity, prompting individuals to consider the impact of their actions on all stakeholders involved.
- Will it build Goodwill and Better Friendships?: This focuses on fostering positive relationships and mutual respect, promoting community and collaboration among individuals and organizations.
- Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?: This ensures that decisions consider the broader impact and benefits for everyone involved, not just for oneself or immediate stakeholders.
The Four-Way Test is widely used within Rotary and by many organizations as a code of ethics to guide decision-making.
