Tolerance
“Tolerance” Tolerance can be defined as the ability to accept diversity and to live and let others live. Without tolerance the lasting peace of societies cannot be maintained. Lack of tolerance destroys the peace of society. When people fail in their arguments, they become intolerant,…
Investment in Knowledge
“Investment in Knowledge” Knowledge refers to the facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education, the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.Research by the Commission of the European Communities determined that: “Lifelong learning enhances social inclusion, active citizenship, and personal development, but also…
Surround Yourself with Supportive People
“Surround Yourself with Supportive People” Epictetus suggests that the key to a successful life is to keep by your side only people who are positive, optimistic and who believe in you. Communicate with people and find those that make you feel that you are important….
MAKING AN EFFECTIVE IMPACT ON CORPORATE CULTURE – Part I
MAKING AN EFFECTIVE IMPACT ON CORPORATE CULTURE – Part I By André H. Paris, Brazil Professor, Compliance Consultant and Lawyer. Partner – Oliveira Cardoso, Carvalho de Brito, Libardi Comarela, Zavarize & Antunes Coelho law firm, One of the most challenging goals of a compliance…
Optimism
“Optimism” Optimists are likely to see the causes of failure or negative experiences as temporary rather than permanent, specific rather than global, and external rather than internal. Such a perspective enables optimists to more easily see the possibility of change. Psychologist Martin Seligman, the founding…
Pleasure in Job
“Pleasure in Job” Some people have jobs paying lucratively, but stress is what they carry back home along with a minimum digit pay check. There are others who live in a middle-class environment but come home with a smile and eagerness to pick up…
Don’t Lose Faith
“Don’t Lose Faith” Don’t lose faith. I’m convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did. You’ve got to find what you love. And that is as true for your work as it is for your lovers….
Follow Your Heart
“Follow Your Heart” There is no greater truth that when we follow our heart, we cease to have regrets. While things may not always go in our favor, at least we will have tried. At least we will know the truth, and at least we…
Consistency and Culture in Compliance with Asha Palmer
One of the most important functions of a CCO is ensure consistency in the operation and application of a corporate compliance program.
Positive Thinking
“Positive Thinking” Results often reveal a person’s mindset. Positive thinking is a mental and emotional attitude that focuses on the bright side of life and expects positive results.Thinking positively isn’t about ignoring reality. It’s about living proactively. One study showed that when people who thought…
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