How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.
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An empowering mission statement has to become a living document, part of our very nature, so that the criteria we've put into it are also in us, in the way we live our lives day by day.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A mission statement should guide every aspect of our lives, becoming ingrained in our daily actions.
Stephen Covey emphasizes that an effective mission statement should not just be a static document; it must evolve into a vital part of who we are. This means that the values and objectives we outline in the mission should influence our everyday decisions and behaviors, ensuring that we live authentically according to our stated principles.
Themes
Mission StatementEmpowermentValuesAuthenticityPersonal Growth
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting, we discussed how our mission statement reflects our daily work ethic.
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