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Why Mission Statements Fail

LDRLB

I don’t know what got you out of bed this morning, but I do know that it probably wasn’t your company’s mission statement. There’s a good chance you don’t even remember the mission statement itself, but an even better chance it doesn’t inspire you to jump out of bed and head to work. That’s all we are working for?

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Why Mission Statements Fail

LDRLB

I don’t know what got you out of bed this morning, but I do know that it probably wasn’t your company’s mission statement. There’s a good chance you don’t even remember the mission statement itself, but an even better chance it doesn’t inspire you to jump out of bed and head to work. That’s all we are working for?

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Build Your Leadership Capacity on a Strong Personal Foundation

Lead Change Blog

In my new book, Mission-Critical Leadership: How Smart Managers Lead Well in All Directions , I offer four questions to help you build your leadership foundation: Vision: Where are you going? Without a clear vision, you can’t define your goals; and your accomplishments may lead you “someplace else,” as he said. Yogi was right.

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From Clashes to Collaboration – How to Cultivate a Thriving Team Culture After a Corporate Merger

Great Results Team Building

Utilize management interviews, employee surveys, and even customer feedback , but don’t stop there. From Vision to Action: Building the Blueprint Brick by Brick Your cultural integration isn’t just about flowery mission statements. The CEO sets the tone , championing the mission with unwavering commitment.

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One Minute Mentoring

Eric Jacobson

Blanchard coauthored the legendary, The One Minute Manager. Mentoring tips from the authors include : Successful mentoring starts with a powerful mission statement. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. The mission statement should reflect this.

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The Things Every New Business Needs To Succeed

Strategy Driven

Getting to Know Your Business Goals. Business goals are essential for any company to succeed in the long run. The goal of a business is not to make a lot of money or be famous – it’s to make a profit and provide its customers with what they need. Developing Your Company’s Mission Statement & Values.

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Is Your Team Out of Focus?

The Practical Leader

Their “strategic framework” succinctly cascades from vision, mission, and values to strategic goals, key initiatives, and key performance indicators. This is a refreshing change from the muddled mush of visions, values, mission statements, and strategies we too often see. ” Further Reading.