Significance

• A personal code of ethics is a necessary ingredient to achieve success or overcome adversity. In the absence of rules, it's difficult to hold oneself accountable for poor decision-making or bad behavior
  
  

Integrity

• Integrity is a major part of a personal code of ethics. It refers to character and decision-making in various situations. Integrity, as it relates to a personal code of ethics, means not compromising one's beliefs under any circumstances.
  
  

Commitment

• Successful implementation of a personal code of ethics requires commitment to a specific purpose and internal discipline.
  
  

Purpose

• A personal code of ethics must have a definite purpose. In most cases, it is used to correct or eliminate an unwanted behavior. In other instances, it is used to help achieve goals, such as creating a successful marriage.
  
  

Benefits

• Having a personal code of ethics makes it easier to focus on goals. A written code of ethics can be modified as a person grows closer to becoming who she's striving to be. It can be referred to regularly to evaluate successes and identify areas where improvement is needed.