Can I ask you a question?
Firstly, What are your core values, and secondly, do you really live by them?
OK, that’s two questions, not one, and don’t worry, you don’t have to tell me the answer, but I just want to encourage you to think about your values.
You see our global society in 2018 is probably the most transient ever. Stability certainly cannot be found in a career, the idea of a ‘job for life’ really is just an idea, and even ‘morally’ founded establishments are exposed for fraud and abuse of trust, so can we even lean on an establishment?
As we look around, we find ourselves moved from pillar to post, what was a sure thing yesterday isn’t around today, and a myriad of opinions abound as to the solution.
So my question is, in this sea of uncertainty, have you taken the time to understand what your core values are, and set a plan of action in place to live by them?
Here’s just 4 reasons why I believe we should not only map out and prioritise our values, but live them out in this world:
1. Our values help steer a course in this world of uncertainty.
Someone’s values are guiding you in this world. Make sure they are yours.
2. Our values will repel those who reject our values.
It’s a relief to know we’re not meant to ‘hit it off’ with everyone. There are some personal and business relationships we should move on from.
3. Our values will attract those people who embrace our values.
If we don’t articulate our values through word and deed, we will miss out on personal and business relationships with those who want to share our values on life’s journey.
4. Our core values shouldn’t remain hidden in our core, but should be our external brand.
On a personal and business level, the exhibition of our values will be the foundation of our conversation to build trust and add our unique value to the world.
Note: Digi Life Enabled is itself a sub-set of the Stephen & Ruth brand:
The danger
The danger is, if we don’t check in with your values, and we just let the ups and downs of life happen to us, we may find ourselves off course with our true purpose, and a victim of the temporary winds of circumstance.
So, time spent mapping out and prioritising your values is time well spent, just as time spent looking at a map / GPS on a journey is time well spent if you’re serious about your destination.
This enables you to get from a place of ‘out of balance’ to an awareness of those areas that are out of balance with your values so you can create the space for your core values to shine and make a difference in this world.
One of the appeals to us of The Six Figure Mentors (SFM) and Digital Experts Academy (DEA) was their professional branding process. Before we went through the process we naively thought branding was just a ‘logo’ you could buy. However, we came to learn from those who are successful in online business that the true winning factor to branding is about coming from a place of genuine integrity that flows seamlessly through your entire business.
It was through this process we came to appreciate that understanding your mission, your personal values, your vision, is imperative to growing a successful and congruent brand.
To understand the science behind a successful business, family, and message to the world, the DEA’s Platinum Brand Incubator offer you the unique opportunity to work with their in-house “Why discovery” mentor. This is the path to fully appreciating what inspires you, what motivates you, giving you the opportunity to move forward in your journey with confidence and authenticity.
These principles can be applied to your existing business, or a new start up business.
So, if you are an existing business owner, or are someone looking for mentorship in starting your own online business which is congruent with your core values, then you can register for our FREE 7 Day Video series here. The series introduces you to the fundamentals to starting a profitable online business from scratch.
Or, if you’ve already registered for our free 7 day video series, then take advantage of our FREE TRIAL of the SFM system here.
Remember, it won’t cost you anything for the free trial, and you can cancel at any time at no additional cost to yourself. Simply register here.
Then you can judge for yourself what the program has to offer, and schedule a free consultation with one of the System Consultants, who will be happy to explain the opportunities in detail and answer any specific questions you may have.
Finally, in the uncertain days ahead, may you make it a habit to bury your fears and not your values.
