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The Home Depot’s values guide the beliefs and actions of all associates on a
daily basis. Our values are the fabric of the Company’s unique culture and are
central to our success. In fact, they are our competitive advantage in the
marketplace. Associate pride and our “orangeblooded” entrepreneurial spirit
are distinctive hallmarks of our culture.
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Taking care of our people:
The key to our success is treating
people well. We do this by encouraging associates to speak up and take risks,
by recognizing and rewarding good performance and by leading and developing
people so they may grow.
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Giving back to our communities:
An important part of the fabric
of The Home Depot is giving our time, talents, energy and resources to
worthwhile causes in our communities and society.
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Doing the right thing:
We exercise good judgment by "doing the
right thing" instead of just "doing things right." We strive to understand the
impact of our decisions, and we accept responsibility for our actions.
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Excellent customer service:
Along with our quality products,
service, price and selection, we must go the extra mile to give customers
knowledgeable advice about merchandise and to help them use those products to
their maximum benefit.
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Creating shareholder value:
The investors who provide the
capital necessary to allow our company to grow need and expect a return on
their investment. We are committed to providing it.
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Building strong relationships:
Strong relationships are built
on trust, honesty and integrity. We listen and respond to the needs of
customers, associates, communities and vendors, treating them as partners.
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Entrepreneurial spirit:
The Home Depot associates are
encouraged to initiate creative and innovative ways of serving our customers
and improving the business and to spread best practices throughout the company.
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Respect for all people:
In order to remain successful, our
associates must work in an environment of mutual respect, free of
discrimination and harassment where each associate is regarded as a part of
The Home Depot team.
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