Doing Business by the Good Book Ch 17
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What quality is emphasized as important for a mission statement?

  • Ambiguity
  • Length
  • Complexity
  • Clarity and brevity (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a part of the company's guiding principles?

  • Promote a positive attitude
  • Be a team player
  • Prioritize profits above all (correct)
  • Embrace change
  • What does the mission statement of the company aim to do?

  • Support only large enterprises
  • Create multiple sources for IT supply
  • Streamline and simplify the global IT supply chain (correct)
  • Provide a revolutionary way to complicate business operations
  • Why is it suggested to avoid copying mission statements from other companies?

    <p>It doesn't reflect the true identity of the company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which guiding principle encourages risk-taking?

    <p>Be creative, take chances, make mistakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the company's mission statement and guiding principles communicated to employees?

    <p>Displayed on posters and mentioned on the website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk of having a mission statement that lacks sincerity?

    <p>It can be seen as hypocritical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Beatitudes primarily express?

    <p>Spiritual principles and blessings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of a mission statement for a company?

    <p>It conveys guiding principles and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the author prioritize their company's focus based on their mission statement?

    <p>By focusing on people and quality as top priorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the author's view on start-up companies and mission statements?

    <p>Few start-ups recognize the value of a mission statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main struggles faced by entrepreneurs mentioned in the content?

    <p>Time constraints due to daily operational challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did the author’s mission statement stand out among start-up companies?

    <p>It was clearly articulated and focused on core values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the Beatitudes is highlighted as being similar to a mission statement?

    <p>They convey a sense of purpose and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ultimate goal of the author's focus on mission statement values?

    <p>To attract top talent in a competitive market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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

    • Guiding principles offer detailed guidance on how to operate in daily business and serve as an extension of the Mission statement.

    • Guiding principles should be aligned with the mission statement.

    • Effective guiding principles include: embracing change, honesty, a positive outlook, speed and creativity, the best effort and teamwork, and loyalty.

    • Displaying guiding principles (e.g. posters and websites) aids in their understanding and engagement.

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    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.

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