Core Values – You Can’t Set It and Forget It
Core values are critical to the positive growth of your company. We even suggest that you put them on your walls in large print for everyone to see – your team, your vendors, and even your clients. Unlike other things in your life, core values are not a “set it and forget it” type of thing. Core values are a living and breathing aspect of your work life. They are easy to stray from when you make decisions without looking at them on a regular basis. So what can you do about this? Have a person to whom you can be accountable in your organization, and have them do the same with you. When a tough decision is coming up and you’re having trouble, you have someone to depend upon. Another benefit to this process is having a fresh set of eyes on an issue. They can help see it from a different angle that may help you remain squarely within the boundaries of the core values. What’s the next step? When you have successfully lived the core values, talk to your team about it. Tell everyone how there was a struggle in the decision making process, how you came together with your core values partner, and how you came to a conclusion within the core values. These stories further enforce the importance of the core values and make your organization a place that you can be proud of. Do you have a story to share about how you or a person in your company really lived the core values? Share with us in the comments.
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