Pay it Forward:
Practice Corporate Social Responsibility
What does it mean to pay it forward? Now
that you have all the tools for start up success, you are well on your way to
owning a profitable business. Why not consider paying it forward? Like the
popular film by the same title, paying it forward simply means embracing good
corporate social responsibility practices.
Corporate Social
Responsibility
Did you realize that all companies, large and
small, have a legal obligation to corporate social responsibility? Yes, Uncle
Sam expects you to treat customers and employees honestly and fairly. As a
business owner, the government also expects you to take every reasonable
precaution to protect the environment in the course of operating your business.
Just consider the
Consumer Bill of Rights.
The Right to Safety:
Products and services should cause no harm.
The Right to Be Informed:
Providing accurate and complete information
to potential customers.
The Right to Service:
Responding to problems promptly and
courteously.
The Right to be Heard:
Listening to customer complaints and making
necessary changes.
The Right to Choose Freely:
An environment of fair competition promotes
quality and value
The Right to Education:
Accurate information helps consumers make
better choices.
Corporate
Citizenship
Becoming a good corporate citizen involves
making a strong commitment to operating your business ethically and with the
highest level of personal integrity. It also means making a commitment to
serving your local community. Corporate citizenship embraces every aspect of
practicing good corporate social responsibility.
Share the Wealth
Set the example as a leading business person
in your community. Share to show you care.
For more information on becoming a better
corporate citizen, check out chapter 6: “Share Your Pot of Gold” of the
Start Up Business Survival Guide.
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