Vision and Mission in the Workplace

What is the main purpose of the Handout #1 activity?

• To help students understand how to write a mission statement.
• To help students learn about different companies and their goals.
• To help students practice their writing skills.
• To help students find a job they like.

What is one reason why it might be helpful to research a company's vision and mission statements before applying for a job?

• To see if the company's values align with your own.
• To learn about the company's history.
• To find out how much the company pays.
• To see if the company has a good reputation.

What is one factor that students should consider when choosing a career based on a company's vision and mission statements?

• The company's location.
• The company's size.
• The company's products or services.
• The company's dress code.

What are two things that students should consider when deciding which company to work for based on its vision and mission statements?

What is one way that working for a company could help a person develop their skills?

Why might a manager use a company's mission statement to justify a new project?

Imagine you are starting your own business. What would your company's mission and vision be? Why would those be important to you?

Think about your favorite activities or hobbies. How could you use your skills and interests to make a difference in the world?

If you could work at any company in the world, what would it be and why? What would you want to learn from working there?