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Our Values

Operating Principles

The READS principles are the fundamental cornerstone of how we operate our business. Specifically, they guide our interactions with our team members, vendors, customers, and all those who interact with ThriftBooks. It promotes a safe and healthy work environment and a superior customer experience.

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Respect

Acknowledging value and treating others with dignity and courtesy.
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Ethical Conduct

Doing the right thing. It encompasses how we behave, interact with others, and make decisions based on principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and good faith.
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Accountability

Holding each other responsible for their actions, choices, and outcomes.
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Drive

Daily commitment to accomplishing goals, taking initiative and striving for continuous improvement.
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Safety

Is a core principle, integrated into all activities and decisions and is not a priority that changes over time or replaced by another priority. All employees are expected to take an active role in safety practices, while continually assessing and recommending improved safety protocols and procedures.