Your values manifest themselves in everything you do and the choices that you make.
Values are stable and enduring beliefs about what is good, right and worthwhile and about the behavior that is desirable for achieving what is worthwhile. To be an effective manager, it is necessary to have a good understanding of what your values are and to act accordingly.
Values are formed early in our lives, from the influence of our parents, teachers, friends, religious leaders and media role models. Some may change as we go through life and experience different behaviors. Your values manifest themselves in everything you do and the choices that you make. If you are someone who particularly values promptness, for example, you will make sure that you always behave in ways that mean you are on time for appointments. The thought of being late will stimulate feelings of stress in you, and induce a subsequent adrenaline rush as you hurry to be at the appointment on time. As a manager, it is important for you to clarify your values, so that you can determine what your goals are and how you want to manage yourself and others to achieve them.
It may sound strange, but one of the best ways to clarify your personal values and gain a clear understanding of what is important to you to is to think about how you would like to be remembered in your eulogy. Sit quietly and consider how you want your friends and family to remember you, and what you want your work colleagues to say they thought of you. Also think of your broader contributions—how would you like to be remembered in the communities you are a part of?
ACTION POINT: Identify and clarify your values.
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