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What quality is emphasized as important for a mission statement?
What quality is emphasized as important for a mission statement?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the company's guiding principles?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the company's guiding principles?
What does the mission statement of the company aim to do?
What does the mission statement of the company aim to do?
Why is it suggested to avoid copying mission statements from other companies?
Why is it suggested to avoid copying mission statements from other companies?
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Which guiding principle encourages risk-taking?
Which guiding principle encourages risk-taking?
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How are the company's mission statement and guiding principles communicated to employees?
How are the company's mission statement and guiding principles communicated to employees?
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What is the risk of having a mission statement that lacks sincerity?
What is the risk of having a mission statement that lacks sincerity?
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What do the Beatitudes primarily express?
What do the Beatitudes primarily express?
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What is the importance of a mission statement for a company?
What is the importance of a mission statement for a company?
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How did the author prioritize their company's focus based on their mission statement?
How did the author prioritize their company's focus based on their mission statement?
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Which of the following best describes the author's view on start-up companies and mission statements?
Which of the following best describes the author's view on start-up companies and mission statements?
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What was one of the main struggles faced by entrepreneurs mentioned in the content?
What was one of the main struggles faced by entrepreneurs mentioned in the content?
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In what way did the author’s mission statement stand out among start-up companies?
In what way did the author’s mission statement stand out among start-up companies?
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What aspect of the Beatitudes is highlighted as being similar to a mission statement?
What aspect of the Beatitudes is highlighted as being similar to a mission statement?
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What was the ultimate goal of the author's focus on mission statement values?
What was the ultimate goal of the author's focus on mission statement values?
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Flashcards
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
A written statement that outlines a company's guiding principles and values.
Beatitudes
Beatitudes
Jesus' teachings about blessings for those who exemplify certain virtues.
Company Values
Company Values
Core beliefs and principles that guide a company's decisions and actions.
Attracting Top Talent
Attracting Top Talent
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Importance of Mission Statements
Importance of Mission Statements
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Start-up Company Practices
Start-up Company Practices
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Mission Statement Example
Mission Statement Example
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Mission-driven Growth
Mission-driven Growth
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Effective Mission Statement
Effective Mission Statement
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Golden Rule as Mission
Golden Rule as Mission
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Mission Statement Origin
Mission Statement Origin
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Company Mission Example
Company Mission Example
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Guiding Principles
Guiding Principles
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Consistency in Mission/Values
Consistency in Mission/Values
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Mission Statement Importance
Mission Statement Importance
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Study Notes
Mission Statements in Business
- Mission statements are crucial for guiding a company's principles and actions
- Ideal mission statements are concise, easily understood, and memorable.
- Effective mission statements attract top talent by clearly articulating values.
- A simple, memorable mission statement can be highly effective
- Examples include: "People, quality, and technology," "Provide a revolutionary way to streamline and simplify the global IT supply chain, all from a single source—WWT"
- The Golden Rule ("You shall love your neighbor as yourself") and similar principles can serve as good mission statements.
Crafting a Mission Statement
- A mission statement should stem from the company's core values and beliefs, not copied from competitors.
- Creating a sincere mission statement demands deep reflection and understanding of the company's identity.
- Mission statements aid in attracting top talent and defining a company's identity.
- Clarity and brevity are vital for a mission statement to be effective
- Mismatched actions and words in a mission statement are detrimental to a company's image.
Guiding Principles
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Guiding principles offer detailed guidance on how to operate in daily business and serve as an extension of the Mission statement.
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Guiding principles should be aligned with the mission statement.
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Effective guiding principles include: embracing change, honesty, a positive outlook, speed and creativity, the best effort and teamwork, and loyalty.
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Displaying guiding principles (e.g. posters and websites) aids in their understanding and engagement.
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Description
Explore the importance and impact of mission statements in the business world. This quiz delves into how effective mission statements reflect a company's core values and attract top talent. Learn to create concise and memorable statements that define a company's identity.
