2. What is a Mission Statement? It defines the organizations purpose. WHY DO YOU EXIST?

3. Mission Statement Killer! Don’t write FLUFFY mission statements! Focus on the core purpose of your organization.

4. A good mission statement answers the following questions: What do we do? For whom? Where? How are we unique in what we do/our distinctive competence? What is our ultimate end in doing what we do?

5. Mission statement examples: UM & FIU University of Miami The University of Miami’s mission is to educate and nurture students, to create knowledge, and to provide service to our community and beyond. Committed to excellence and proud of the diversity of our University family, we strive to develop future leaders of our nation and the world. Florida International University Florida International University is an urban, multi-campus, public research university serving its students and the diverse population of South Florida. We are committed to high-quality teaching, state-of-the-art research and creative activity, and collaborative engagement with our local and global communities.

6. What is the difference between mission and vision? MISSION What the organization does: ACTION Mission looks at today VISION The result of the action Vision looks forward

7. What is a Vision Statement? A vision statement tells people where an organization is headed

10. Values define what your organization believes in. What are VALUES?

11. Values guide behavior Articulate what your organization believes in and holds true. Think of 5 to 7 values Explain these values-provide more than just one word

12. Example of values: FIU Truth—in the pursuit, generation, dissemination, and application of knowledge Freedom—of thought and expression Respect—for diversity and the dignity of the individual Responsibility—as stewards of the environment and citizens of the world Excellence—in intellectual, personal, and operational endeavors

13. Good Luck! Read Bryson: pp. 102-106, 224-227, 118-19. Don’t forget to NAME your organization! THANK YOU.