The word ethics is, at times, poorly used. It is commonly equated with a set of laws or mores that must or should be followed by a professional, or for that matter, any individual. Ethics courses, at least those I’ve attended, have been largely a collection of “do be’s” and “don’t be’s” (if you know…
Most young folks (and other older ones too) believe that what happens at any given present time is a first. And that is a good thing in many ways. It can make for a “blazing the trail” attitude which adds excitement to our individual lives. Getting your license to drive, going to the prom, getting…
In the realm of professional services—whether it be architecture, engineering, law, or medicine—there is a fundamental principle that governs payment: a professional’s work is considered complete when they, as qualified experts, determine it is done. This is not a unique or arbitrary stance but a long-standing and well-accepted standard across multiple disciplines. Final Invoice and…