How to Write Core Values

What are core values? Before we learn how to write core values, we must understand what they are. Core values are beliefs or guiding principles that support an organization to ensure they are on track to fulfilling their mission or goals. They create a foundation and help to dictate strategies and practices.

Let’s dive into the anatomy of a core value. Load your labels before the colon, using the value as a noun. Then, we start with a verb in the present tense, insert the unique value to your organization, and end with the behavior you expect. The most important part of a core value is the behavior you expect. By constructing these values, you are stating how you wish everyone in your organization to behave.

Make sure your core values are concrete and represent your business accurately. We do this by evaluating them. They should be your non-negotiables. Is this how you want everybody to act in your organization? Will you stand by them no matter what happens? Is the behavior clear? Shoot for five to seven core values.

Now that you know how to write core values, we need to put them to use. Publish your values (posters, intranet, etc.), reinforce them at the beginning of staff meetings, and establish intentional experiences that strengthen a core value.

Core values are essential to a successful organization. Be clear on your expectations and stand by them. The better your team can understand and represent your values, the more you’ll be able to work toward your mission and accomplish your goals.

[andrewrutherford]

Thanks for another clear, concise video that is upbeat and positive. Great work

[Mrkss]

Thank you so much for this valuable information.

[sakshamchanana]

Thank you so much for the clarity.😊. I wanted to ask you if you explain to your clients when doing strategy sessions the same as you are explaining in this video ?

[worldmysteries-beyond]

What do you mean by "dedicated process"? We are setting up a new team, product and processes so there is no existing value system to lean on. What is the best way to get started?

[leonpeckson]

Forgive me for saying that she looks so much like Dakota Johnson.

Also a tremendous framework that we're currently using now.