Living Your Values

Abstract

One of the greatest dangers to the reputation, even the survival, of any organization is for there to be a gap between the values posted on the lobby wall and the attitudes and behaviors that are actually reflected in workplace culture. This article discusses why an authentic and meaningful statement of values is essential for being considered a highly reliable organization that is also recognized as being a great place to work. It then shares 10 practical strategies for more effectively defining and promoting the core values of your organization. One of the greatest dangers to the reputation, even the survival, of any organization is for there to be a gap between the values posted on the lobby wall and the attitudes and behaviors that are actually reflected in workplace culture. This article discusses why an authentic and meaningful statement of values is essential for being considered a highly reliable organization that is also recognized as being a great place to work. It then shares 10 practical strategies for more effectively defining and promoting the core values of your organization. Joe Tye, MHA, MBA is Founder and Head Coach of Values Coach Inc. in Solon, Iowa. He is the author of 15 books including The Florence Prescription: From Accountability to Ownership and (with Bob Dent) Building a Culture of Ownership in Healthcare, AJN #1 Book of the Year in 2017. He can be reached at: [email protected]