Values
THE BLACK BOX WAY
Our Values
The Founders of Black Box Principals know that our success is grounded on mutual respect, achievement of shared goals, and the fostering of substantive, collaborative relationships. Today, these guiding principles remain ingrained in every aspect of our organization. They are also reflected in the values we aspire:
Principaled
I am committed to act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities
Integrity
We conduct ourselves with unwavering honesty, authenticity, and moral principle in everything we do. Our word is our bond. Reputation is primary. We are a sharing, self-critical learning organization that acknowledges and learns from our successes and mistakes, adjusting and correcting continuously.
Teamwork
Teamwork is at the heart of how we operate. WE know from experience that when each of us brings our best "I" to achieve an aligned objective, we achieve much more collectively than any of us could individually.
Value Of Relationships
People do business with people, not companies. We are a relationship-driven firm, and we are deeply committed to building and sustaining long-term partnerships that are grounded in trust. We know it takes years of abiding by core values to build strong partnerships and an enduring reputation, just as we have seen these ruined in a few brief moments. We continually seek to understand and align the interests of all stakeholders, and we treat everyone how we would like to be treated.
Accountability
We accept accountability for our actions, inactions, and decisions individually and as a firm. We embrace the obligation to speak up, say what we think, and respect and listen to our colleagues, clients, and partners. We deliver on our commitments.
Innovation
We are determined to be open-minded and innovative by questioning accepted wisdom, creating new ideas, and offering new approaches. We never rest on our laurels.
Excellence
We aspire to be the best at what we do and lead by the example we collectively set. We have established exceedingly high personal and company standards and consistently try to exceed them. We focus on achieving results in a creative, vibrant, and meritocratic environment.