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A personal mission statement. Do you have one? It took me five years to write and rewrite mine until I finally got to a place where I was comfortable with it. I wanted a statement that reflected much of who I already am, but also what I hope to be. During my reflection I found that most of what held me back in life was fear. So that was added to the top of my list.
I find that my personal mission statement helps to guide me through many life decisions (especially to start my own business). This statement is in my office and on my Facebook page so that I see it every day.
I like this statement so much that it could double as my business statement.
Here’s mine:
“I run unabashedly free through this one life, without fear.
I embrace the unexpected.
I believe in abundance.
I live.”
Want to write your own mission statement? Franklin Covey has a free online tool to help you.
Feel free to share your personal statement in the comments and how it helps you in your professional life.
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Jess @OpenlyBalanced said:
I love your mission statement/ business statement! I think mine would be almost identical to yours. In fact, I find myself particularly drawn to the word “unabashedly” this year. A less commonly used word that I was delighted to see someone else using too! Here’s to living unabashedly.
January 12th, 2010 at 8:48 pm -
Stephanie Smirnov said:
I think it’s terrific you’ve actually crafted your own. Mine right now would probably have something to do with “living life to the fullest and in pursuit of strong coffee…”
Thanks for the inspiration.January 13th, 2010 at 7:30 am -
Ann Douglas said:
Yours is the most poetic mission statement I’ve ever encountered. I love it.
Mine is pretty nuts-and-bolts:
“To inspire others and promote change by sharing information and ideas.”
You’ve inspired me to want to take it to the next level.
Thank you!
January 13th, 2010 at 11:19 am -
sarki sozu said:
interesting topic. thank you sarah
January 13th, 2010 at 11:22 am -
sarki sozu said:
Thank you Sarah
January 13th, 2010 at 11:26 am -
resimleri said:
I liked your mission statement
January 13th, 2010 at 11:27 am -
Aluminum Laptop Cases said:
You have a very inspiring mission statement. I had never thought to create such a mission statement other than when writing a resume. Do you use this statement for anything other than for inspiration?
January 13th, 2010 at 5:00 pm -
PRsarahevans said:
I don’t think I’ve used it for anything other than inspiration.
January 13th, 2010 at 5:41 pm -
PRsarahevans said:
Ann, please let me know if you edit it!
January 13th, 2010 at 5:42 pm -
Laura said:
Mission statements should be inspirational and aspirational and you have achieved both. i have long thought of creating my mission statement (its virtual right now as I have it in my head and heart) but haven’t formally completed one. I’m going to set a goal to complete by the end of the month. Thank you!
January 13th, 2010 at 6:52 pm -
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Mission statements are something that every company has to have nowadays, my personal mission statement is simple and easy… “Be the best you can be” although its not really a statement I created, but you already knew that
Till then,
Jean
January 13th, 2010 at 10:15 pm -
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January 14th, 2010 at 6:45 am -
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January 14th, 2010 at 6:46 am -
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January 14th, 2010 at 6:47 am -
textbook rental said:
That’s beautiful, I need to do that I remember reading 7 habits of highly successful people a while ago and I haven’t checked my personal mission statement since then, Thank you for reminding me of how important and powerful that is.
January 14th, 2010 at 6:36 pm -
Net Age Web Design said:
I like your mission statement Sarah! It rolls of the tongue just right. I’m heading over to franklincovey.com straight away to go play with mine. Ta for the link!
January 15th, 2010 at 2:04 pm -
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I like your mission statement! It is many ways like a song, simple but catchy. we try to complicate things too much sometimes. Paul
January 15th, 2010 at 4:43 pm -
Catering said:
Motto or mission statement both same for me “Be Happy and Make Others Happy”
January 18th, 2010 at 2:34 am -
Bidet said:
Mission statements are very important because they let the person visiting your site know what your company is about. Having a mission statement allows the user to get to know you better. Its always good to have one on your web site.
January 24th, 2010 at 2:14 am -
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A vision statement is defined as a vivid description of the future that focuses your efforts, guides your decisions, planning and actions for the future.
January 25th, 2010 at 5:32 am -
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my mission is to provide additional employment opportunities to people
January 31st, 2010 at 3:49 pm -
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And this in myself because I’m proud of my efforts.
January 31st, 2010 at 3:51 pm -
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February 5th, 2010 at 8:27 am -
Hair Salons said:
Set a goal of life and do it consistently until your goal is achieved.
February 9th, 2010 at 5:44 am -
Hair Salons said:
Good mission statements. My statement i will try to help others.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:32 am -
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February 16th, 2010 at 8:34 am -
sikis izle said:
And this in myself because I’m proud of my efforts.
March 4th, 2010 at 2:21 am -
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It’s huge find. I believe you got a very nice statement and you did lot research for finalizing your mission statement. I do’ve one for my personal ambitions, however let me try the tool which you’ve provide, who knows even I can have much better statement what I do have currently.
March 4th, 2010 at 5:53 am -
Freelance Writing Jobs said:
I haven’t composed yet my mission statement. I thought it only applies to several companies today but knowing that it could also be ideal for personal improvement.
March 6th, 2010 at 5:46 am -
Freelance Writing Jobs said:
@sikis – what are those efforts that you are mostly proud of?
March 11th, 2010 at 12:29 am -
Turkey said:
I’ve explained my mission: P
March 13th, 2010 at 2:02 pm -
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you got this from Dr. Covey, didn’t you?
March 15th, 2010 at 4:09 pm
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