I don’t know whether it’s the pomp and circumstance of graduation season, some sort of viral illness, or just too much time alone, but I currently find myself in a heightened state of self-assessment. I’ve been trying to identify the principles that guide me, particularly at work.
After much thought, I finally came up with I list I think captures my core values. Though I really wish someone had given me this advice as I prepared for my career, I think they developed pretty naturally.
Drum roll, please…
- Project confidence.
- Give credit to others. Generously.
- Take responsibility.
- Admit mistakes.
- Make decisions.
- Look for the lesson in everything.
- Keep learning.
I may not execute all of them perfectly all the time, but I reach for them always. What’s on your list?
ANOTHER great page in Tammy’s book (please)……
Thanks, UM. You’ve always been one of my biggest fans. xo
My list includes: Listen (twice as much as I talk); Recognize the value of others (humility); Use a filter between my brain and my mouth (not everything I think needs to find voice).Your list is outstanding and a reminder to me to execute those qualities on a daily basis. Thank you Tammy.
What a great list, Paul! Someone else reminded me of another one I should have included: if it’s not right, it’s wrong. Thanks for commenting!
I am seriously tempted to print this list out and put in up above my desk at work. And highlight #1 in neon yellow. And put a big, giant star beside it. And … you get the idea! The point is, that’s something I struggle with in Corporate World, and I could use a reminder …
Aww thanks, Amber. The key to remember is that projecting it and feeling it are two different things. Bonus: the more you project it, the more you start to feel it. You go, girl!
Hmmm…guiding principles…I’d have to say:
Faith – in God, myself, and others
Family – by chance and by choice
Friendships – from recent to lifelong
Generosity – of love, time, and talent
I’m thinking if I do all those well I can pretty much figure the rest of it is covered. Thanks for the prompting – now on to my Mission Statement! 😉
Thanks, Shelby. You always have something good to add!
I should show you what I have in my office. It was part of a leadership class on staying focused. But we wrote our core values on it. It’s a much longer story. But sometime when you’re around, I’d love to share it with you.
By the way, I had a delightful lunch with KN today when I was driving through Ohio.