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How to Develop Your Personal Mission Statement

by Stephen R. Covey

Title: How to Develop Your Personal Mission Statement Author: Stephen R. Covey

In “How to Develop Your Personal Mission Statement,” Stephen Covey provides a practical guide to crafting a mission statement that serves as a guiding compass for personal and professional success. Covey emphasizes the importance of aligning one’s actions with one’s values and goals, and he presents a step-by-step process for creating a mission statement that reflects one’s unique identity and aspirations.

Covey outlines a systematic approach to developing a personal mission statement, which involves the following steps:

1. Reflect on Your Values and Principles Covey encourages readers to reflect on their core values and principles—the fundamental beliefs that guide their actions and decisions. By identifying what matters most to them, individuals can establish a foundation for their mission statement.

2. Define Your Life Roles Covey suggests identifying the various roles one plays in life, such as parent, spouse, employee, and community member. Each role contributes to one’s overall sense of purpose and fulfillment, and it is important to consider how these roles intersect with one’s values and goals.

3.  Set Long-Term Goals Covey emphasizes the importance of setting long-term goals that align with one’s values and principles. These goals serve as a roadmap for personal and professional growth, guiding individuals towards their desired outcomes and aspirations.

4.  Draft Your Mission Statement Based on the insights gained from the previous steps, Covey guides readers through the process of drafting their mission statement. He encourages clarity, simplicity, and authenticity in crafting a statement that resonates with one’s values, goals, and aspirations.

Once a personal mission statement has been developed, Covey emphasizes the importance of integrating it into one’s daily life. He suggests regularly reviewing and revising the mission statement to ensure that it remains relevant and aligned with one’s evolving values and goals. Covey also encourages individuals to use their mission statement as a guide for decision-making and prioritization, helping them stay focused on what matters most.

Covey’s practical guidance and actionable insights empower readers to create a mission statement that reflects their unique identity and aspirations, guiding them towards a life of meaning, fulfillment, and impact.

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About The Author

Tim is a graduate of Iowa State University and has a Mechanical Engineering degree. He spent 40 years in Corporate America before retiring and focusing on other endeavors. He is active with his loving wife and family, volunteering, keeping fit, running the West Egg businesses, and writing blogs and articles for the newspaper.

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