Individual Value

INDIVIDUAL VALUES CLARIFICATION Why values matter? Clarifying your values is a powerful step toward a more engaging, productive and satisfying life, both in and out of the workplace. A firm values framework gives you a clearer sense of self-identity (you know who you are), greater self-assurance (you know where you stand), and clearer self-direction (you know what you want). Your most important values are your strongest motivators, your greatest source of joy when satisfied, and your greatest sense of frustration and disappointment when not satisfied. Directions: All of the following values are worthwhile. Your job is to find the ones that are most valuable to you. First, quickly review the list checking any and all values that stand out as important to you at first glance. Second, review the list again, slowly this time, and thoughtfully consider which of those you previously checked matter more than the others. You should have between five and ten checked twice at this point. Finally, consider which values you would not give up under any circumstance, determining your top three. One last and very important step: on the final page please write your top three values in order of importance, define them in your own terms and then recall a story that will help us understand the importance of this value in your life. (If you can’t recall a recent, specific story about a value it may be that you need to reconsider your top three.)

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My top 3 values (in order of importance): VALUE #1:

My definition: What makes this value so important to you?

Recall a recent – between 6 and 12 months – and specific event from your life when you clearly demonstrated your commitment to this value. (Outline the story here and prepare to share it when we meet in person.)

VALUE #2: My definition: What makes this value so important to you? Recall a recent – between 6 and 12 months – and specific event from your life when you clearly demonstrated your commitment to this value. (Outline the story here and prepare to share it when we meet in person.)

VALUE #3: My definition: What makes this value so important to you? Recall a recent – between 6 and 12 months – and specific event from your life when you clearly demonstrated your commitment to this value. (Outline the story here and prepare to share it when we meet in person.)