Importance of Values.....
Importance of Values in an Organization/as
an Individual
Our values inform our thoughts, words and actions.
Our values are important because they help us to grow, develop and create the future we want to experience. Every individual and every organization is involved in making hundreds of decisions every day. The decisions we make are a reflection of our values and beliefs, and they are always directed towards a specific purpose. That purpose is the satisfaction of our individual or collective (organizational) needs.
When we use our values to make decisions, we make a deliberate choice to focus on what is important to us. When values are shared, they build internal cohesion in a group.
In an organizational setting, there are four types of values:
INDIVIDUAL VALUES – they reflect how you show up in your life and your specific needs - the principles you live by and what you consider important for your self-interest. Individual values include: enthusiasm, creativity, humility and personal fulfillment.
RELATIONSHIP VALUES - they reflect how you relate to other people in your life, be they friends, family or colleagues in your organization. Relationship values include: openness, trust, generosity and caring.
Organizational VALUES - reflect how your organization shows up and operates in the world. Organizational values include: financial growth, teamwork, productivity and strategic alliances.
SOCIETAL VALUES - reflect how you or your organization relates to society. Societal values include: future generations, environmental awareness, ecology and sustainability.
“Your beliefs become your thoughts, Your thoughts become your words, Your words become your actions, Your actions become your habits, Your habits become your values, Your values become your destiny.” ―
On point. A nice read!
ReplyDeleteValues are an asset to any society, without which moral Decency becomes a thing of the past. The opposite of value is moral decay which always leads to societal degradation, in terms of how we view different aspects of our lives .
DeleteWell put.
DeleteEven as children i believe values were instilled in us one way or another..and yes this is very key because what is a society without values?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Molly. The society we are in today is totally eroded of values....no wonder the happenings!
DeleteWow wow, well put christine
ReplyDeleteWell put. Nothing just happens
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely
DeleteI am a strong believer of having values and believes in every area of my life as they help in establising limits and boundaries!
ReplyDeleteLet's help impact others too.
DeleteValues begin from birth and how strong and upright they are at the individual level absolutely the rest flow positively.
ReplyDeleteYeah, with no values then we are lost.
ReplyDeleteI can see the importance of value in human life
ReplyDeleteI can see the importance of values in human life
ReplyDeleteGreat piece. Keep soaring Kris
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated dear.
DeleteGreat piece
ReplyDeleteWe can't achieve much if we don't have values in our lives. Values are of great importance in our day to day lives.
ReplyDeleteIt worth noting that individual values precede the rest because it is this kind of value that determine whether there will be relationships value and even organization values
ReplyDeleteVery true Njue....always starts with the you.
DeleteIt is worth noting that individual values precede other values because it is always the determinance of the rest two type of values
ReplyDeleteWell put, it's about values and beliefs,thank you.
ReplyDeleteThese basic values should be employed in every facet of our life; work, family n society.
ReplyDeleteLack if it thereof is clearly portrayed in the current moral decadence seen today.
Will this get better, story of another day !
Very informative article, I like the writing style.
ReplyDeleteValues are the bedrock on which any solid and lasting success is built,without values our accomplishments are quickly forgotten like vapor
ReplyDeleteHaving values contributes greatly to how we build and sustain relationships in our day to day lifes. Great piece Christine!
ReplyDeleteGood point...keep up dear
ReplyDeleteValues describe how we interact with each other .They are principles and qualities that people care about that contribute to driving people's behaviour .Once you value your self you will respect and accommodate others.
ReplyDeleteI stand for honesty, equality, kindness, compassion, treating people the way you want to be treated, and helping those in need. To me those are traditional values.
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