Core Value Options Flashcards
Determine your top 3-5 core values that you live and make decisions by.
COMMITMENT
Dependability/Devotion/Integrity/Keeping Your Word
I do what I say I am going to do. I follow through all the way to the end of “yes.” Keeping my word to myself and others is extremely imporant.
EXCELLENCE
Quality/Virtue/Idealism/Value
Being in excellence and producing quality outcomes are important to me. This includes following through with purchase, projects, and contributing to the satisfaction of others.
ACHIEVEMENT
Performance/Productivity/Results-Oriented/Victory
When I have chosen to be a part of something, I seek tangible and measureable results. Through my effort, courage, and skills, I create success.
INTEGRITY
Honesty/Principled/Sincere/Ethical
When I, or someone else, promises something, it is important to do everything one can to follow through with that promise. Having the ability to be honest and adhere to strong moral principles, is important to me and those I interact with.
PERSEVERANCE
Resiliency/Self-Reliance/Endurance/Dedication
I have persistence in doing the work despite obstacles and I can continue moving forward even when success is delayed.
RESOURCEFULNESS
Maximize/Imaginative/Efficiency/Efficacy
It is important to maximize my time, talent, energy and money. Eliminating unnecessary waste and managing excess is vital to efficient and effective results.
VISION
Impact/Possibilities/Imagination/Innovation
I think about or plan the future with imagination and wisdom. I see the potential in people and situations and imagine what’s possible for the future.
COURAGE
Brave/Drive/Fearless/Risk
I believe in rising above circumstances and overcoming obstacles even in the face of fear and doubt.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Responsibility/Justice/Duty/Professionalism
I believe in taking ownership of outcomes as a result of my choices and actions. I do not blame others or make excuses, and I do what I can to clean up my messes, even when it is difficult.
OBJECTIVITY
Open Mindedness/Unbiased/Neutral/Impartial
It is important to not favor one side or another. It is more important to show evidence and data that determines if something works or not. I base my practical decisions on external factors more than internal feelings.
ALTURISM
Contribution/Helpfulness/Kindness/Humanitarianism
I believe and practice selfless concern and help for the well-being of others.
GRATITUDE
Thankfulness/Recognition/Acknowledgement/Appreciation
I believe in consistently being thankful for what I have, even if I have to look for it.
COMPASSION
Forgiveness/Dignity/Understanding/Mercy
It is important to me to extend goodwill to others even when I do not understand the reasoning behind their behaviors or results.
KNOWLEDGE
Facts/Competency/Intelligence/Logic
I believe learning is dependent upon the comprehension of theoretical understanding, facts and data.
INSPIRATION
Inventiveness/Ingenuity/Ideation/Revelation
I value moments of mental stimulation that has me think outside-the-box and come up with ideas that no one else has thought of or tried. I believe I do no have to have all the information or evidence to come up with a brilliant revelation.
ENCOURAGEMENT
Support/Motivation/Uplifting Others/Hope
It is crucial to give people a hand up, a cheer, an act of kindess when they are struggling with confidence and believing in positive outcomes.
EMPOWERMENT
Invest/Disenfranchise/Responsiveness/Endow
I believe it is important to help others claim, communicate, and convey their strengths and abilities and provide them with the opportunities for success.
SPONTANAITY
Instictiveness/Playfulness/Informality/Liveliness
I value having a tendency to act without external constraints. I move forward with relatinships, tasks, and projects based on how I feel. I don’t believe on has to have everything figured out before taking action.
INTUITION
Knowingness/Discernment/Astuteness/Insight
I believe it is important to have the ability to quickly understand/know things without the need for conscious reasoning. My feelings guide my ability to take risks and/or act on my hunches. I trust my gut.
EXPERIENCE
Wisdom/Observation/Reflection/Savvy
I believe in the value of hands on learning, practical knowledge, and past results to guide me when facing new problems, challenges, or opportunities.
DISCERNMENT
Perceptiveness/Enlightenment/Acumen/Judgment
It is important to have the ability to judge with a deep understanding of a particular situation or subject with thoughfulness and thoughness.
INCLUSION
Hospitality/Welcoming/Incorporation/Belonging
I value equal access to opporunities and resouces for people despite their status or abilities. Generousity and friendliness is to be provided to guests and strangers alike. I do not need to be at the center of everything, I like to share in the limelight.
ACCEPTANCE
Tolerance/Embracement/Affirmation/Integration
I believe that it is important for people to feel and be welcomed into a situation or group by others.
EDUCATION
Discovery/Growth/Understanding/Learning
I believe it is important to study, develop, and retain information that can be used now and into the future to open new and exciting ways to understand the world and make meaningful decisions in life.
COMMUNICATION
Connection/Expressiveness/Attentiveness/Assertiveness
It is of great value to be able to express ideas, thoughts, feelings, exchange information, and be understood by others.
GENEROSITY
Charity/Selfless/Giving/Sharing
Being in support of the greater good is most important. It is important to be kind and selfless, investing my time, talent and resources with out expecting anything in return.
FULFILLMENT
Success/Achievement/Accomplishment/Contentment
There is great satisfaction in completing and delivering something that has been promised, whether it is to myself or others. I feel good about myself and my work when I follow through and my actions/results create positive impact.
INTENTIONALITY
Challenge/Deliberate/Meaningful/Purposeful
I believe it is important to act on purpose, choose my behaviors, and carry out my intentions. I don’t jump into helping others, I would rather equip them to help themselves.
STRUCTURE
Predictability/Consistency/Reliability/System
I believe it is important to have defined rules and procedures. I don’t believe in changing that which has already been proven to work.
STRENGTH
Vitality/Energy/Spirited/Vigor
It is important to be strong, active, and resilient. I believe in being a force in the world.
BELIEF
Faith/Spirituality/Conviction/Sacredness
My belief and trust in things that cannot be seen is foundational to my existance.
CURIOUSITY
Wonder/Inquisitive/Questioning/Inquisitive
I desire to know about all kinds of things in life. I believe that ther are endless possibilities and I am always wondering, “what if…?
COMPETITION
Advancement/Power/Victory/Winning
It is important to know that I am winning and that I have opportunities to advance, accomplish, and create desired results/impact.
LOVE
Affection/Devotion/Honor/Vulnerability
It is important to me to form deep connections and bonds with others. It is important for me to feel that others care about me and support me no matter my imperfections and/or mistakes.
LEGACY
Heritage/Impact/Tradition/Contribution
Leaving a mark on the world and with the people I love is what I live for.
DEPENDIBILITY
Loyalty/Showing Up/Trustworthy/Reliable
It is of upmost importance to be trustworthy and reliable.
FREEDOM
Autonomy/Independence/Individuality/Opportunity
I value the ability to be my own person, without being held back by anyone else. I want the power to act, speak, and/or think as I want without undo restraint.
COLLABORATION
Teamwork/Cooperation/Partnership/Synergy
It matters to me that everyone has the opportunity to win. I get energy working with and around others.
HARMONY
Beauty/Positivity/Unity/Peace
I believe it the importance of being in and/or providing environments that are positive, peaceful, and beautiful.
LEADERSHIP
Stewardship/Guidance/Authority/Influence
Influencing, guiding and being someone that others want to follow is important to me. I enjoy directing and leading others toward success.
FOCUS
Attention/Incisive/Structure/Clarity
When distractions and big problems arise, it is important to stay in the moment and focus on what matters most and what needs to be accomplished.
SERVICE
Compassion/Helpfulness/Empathy/Philanthropy
I believe in the importance of meeting people where they are, providing assistance to others in need, listening to other’s concerns and seeing through their perspective. I feel I have purpose when I a make a difference in other people’s lives.
AMBITION
Adventure/Achievement/Asperation/Passion
I have the desire and determination to acheive success no matter the path or obstacles.
BALANCE
Equity/Nature/Fairness/Stability
I value equilibrium in life. I believe that it is important to be in sync with ourselves, others, and the earth.
POSITIVITY
Playfulness/Enthusiasm/Confidence/Optimism
I believe in the practice of being positive and having a positive attitude. Being around negativity zaps my energy. I’d rather dance in the rain than complain.
AUTHENTICITY
Trustworthy/Credible/Mature/Genuine
It is important to me that I am empowered to be who I truly am. I value being surrounded by people who are genuine and not trying to be something they are not.
COMMUNITY
Connectedness/Family/Inclusiveness/Friendship
I believe in the value of being connected to others and believing we are all in this together. I value being connected to the people in my neighborhood, workplace, places of business, and society as a whole.
INNOVATION
Creativity/Transformation/Insight/Originality
I always think and wonder about new ways of doing things, thinking up ideas that no one else has ever thought of. I get bored doing the same things over and over. I cannot work in a place where creative problem solving is not welcomed.
FLEXIBILITY
Openness/Adaptable/Easygoing/Fluidity
I believe in the willingness to change. I resist overly structured environments.
EXPERTISE
Mastery/Competency/Knowledgeable/Skilled
I value being an expert in what I love and what I want to teach others. I am not satisfied with knowing only a little bit about something I care about. I want to know every aspect so I can be the expert and/or share my knowledge with others.