Criteria Quote by Stephen Covey
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey, 1989
A mission statement must be lived daily, internalized so that its criteria become part of one’s identity and actions.
In simple terms: Mission statements should guide everyday behavior.
Key Takeaway
Embed purpose into daily routines.
Themes
leadership
purpose
culture
Mood
motivational
inspirational
Type
business
personal
When to use this quote
- strategic planning
- team building
- personal development
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
values alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align daily actions with your mission?
- What habits reinforce purpose?
A Different Perspective
Mission statements can become empty slogans without practice.
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