The Creative Way

“ At Creative, we encourage our employees to lead full and productive lives outside of work. ”

Outside Employment & Related Activities B

We each give our best effort every day at Creative, not allowing outside jobs or other activities to hinder our contributions to Creative. At Creative, we encourage our employees to lead full and productive lives outside of work. Outside activities – such as your own business, a second job, board service and community work – are acceptable as long as these activities do not:

• Interfere with your job responsibilities or ongoing performance • Involve working for a competitor or supplier • Risk damaging the company’s business or reputation • Violate local country law or applicable employment agreement, which may restrict other employment • Use company resources or create any other kind of conflict of interest

What Would You Do?

Does this present a problem or conflict of interest?

SCENARIO:

ANSWER:

Jasmilla leads a highly productive team that supports community-led initiatives in Africa. With a long track record of similar successes, she is highly sought after for her subject matter expertise. This often leads to networking oppor- tunities with professional colleagues looking to learn and share best practices. Sometimes there is an offer presented for her to consult with these companies and be compensated accordingly.

It could present a conflict if the company or organization making the offer is a direct com- petitor or if it interferes with Jasmilla’s current job responsibilities. Even if those conditions do not apply, it is always a good idea to consult the Legal Department or Ethics & Compliance. Remember, it is important to avoid even the perception of a conflict.

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