We believe in America and unlike most investors, we do not tweak our portfolio depending on which party is coming into office or where we are in the economic cycle. We are not naive, we just believe in America and of course had rather buy when the market overall is in a negative mood. So we are putting money to work when many have lost faith in the United States of America and it's economic system.
And Warren Buffett wrote, "these businesses will indeed suffer earnings hiccups, as they always have," he wrote, also, "that most major companies will be setting new profit records five, ten and twenty years from now." (October, 2009)
We want to be honest and dependable; and place stock in the values we operate by within the company.
1. Live by them... Values such as integrity and accountability make a key difference in any company.
2. Give power to people...We let our employees give ground level input as to how we are operating.
3. We want them to operate at the standard level of doing what you say you are going to do.
4. Control our emotions...when we take our emotions out of the decision process, we will think and act more clearly. We will follow the principles we have set forth and won't make rash decisions.
5. Consider and reflect on our values before taking action.
6. Tell the tale and walk the walk. By relating stories throughout the company about the values within they will come into play and it helps show their importance.
7. Be considerate of employees and clients and help others while allowing some to criticize when needed.
8. Practise...Make it a habit to consider your principles before taking any action.
9. Take charge and take responsibility for living up to high standards.