VISION
The definition of a Vision is a picture of the future to which you can commit. It is an articulation of your values. It is what inspires you to do your job. It allows you to contribute actions or ideas beyond just you. Try to create your vision for your personal and professional life!
Begin by creating an encompassing vision for your current Corporation. In order to do this effectively you must go beyond yourself, beyond your personal part in the Corporation. From where you are, you may only be able to see small pieces of the whole. Now expand your view to include the entire Organization. See all of the employees, all of the job responsibilities, all of the results that are possible. When you attempt to create a Vision for your Corporation you may want to consider the following:
A Vision is something worth working toward.
A Vision engages your heart and your spirit.
A Vision is simple.
A Vision is a living document that can be expanded.
A Vision addresses concerns and needs.
A Vision by definition is unclear and grand.
A Vision is based on two human needs, quality and dedication.
A Vision is a great starting place for something bigger, later.
Your Vision will be unique and it will be your own! When creating your Vision, dare to take risks and aim high. Reach for what you really want for your Corporation and your own role in it. Your Vision should speak to the need of others in the Organization. You need to try to meet those needs, and then try to discover their hopes and goals. If it touches them personally, if it truly resonates what those needs are, you will then have created a successful Vision!
Nancy J. Phillips, CPC
