Ethical Guidelines
Muse Relationship and Contract
At the beginning of our relationship, the muse will articulate
the terms of the Client/Muse relationship in a clear communication
or agreement.
Client Protection
The Client's well-being is the central focus of a muse relationship
and thereby obligates the muse to maintain a high level of integrity
and trust-worthiness throughout the contract.
Confidentiality
The Muse will make every effort to honor the Client's confidentiality, although
the Muse can not provide an "a priori" guarantee (meaning the muse
can be subpoenaed under the law).
Conflicts of Interest
Any conflict of interest is to be discussed and resolved with the
Client's best interest in mind. Whenever a conflict becomes apparent,
the Muse is ethically obligated to identify it and attempt to resolve
it. If, during the working relationship, the Muse cannot serve
the Client objectively, respectfully, or without internal or external
conflict, the Muse is ethically obligated to terminate the working
agreement/contract.
Referrals and Terminations
Whenever internal or external conditions arise which seem unworkable, the
Muse is ethically committed to reveal his or her observations and opinion
to the Client. The Muse will suggest a viable solution(s) to the problem,
making every effort to avoid injury to the dignity of the Client.
