Introduction
Family is essential as it makes it possible to have core values. Each family has its own set of values which it holds in the highest regard. The reason for having a family as the number one core value is that most of the time is spent with one’s family, and a lot of things are learned during this time (Deptula 12). With this, the family becomes important as it can influence the personalities of people, and the value can exist whether or not one has stated explicitly.
Reliability
Often, individuals lack reliability, and it is an instrumental value to have. This value involves the ability to be relied on, faithful, worthy of another person’s trust, and authentic. Being dependable means that, as a result of our consistency, we are more robust as a company (Deptula 12). Additionally, being trustworthy results in more efficient teamwork. For an organization to develop and prosper, it emphasizes efficiency. People are fundamentally reliable, for instance, and we place great value on cell phone service and internet connectivity every day.
Compassion
Compassion refers to being able to suspend judgment to understand other people’s viewpoints or circumstances when they differ from our own. An individual must sincerely care about the needs of the other person or individuals to be compassionate (Deptula 15). When they are compassionate, it comes naturally to be interested in why people behave the way they do, and it is simpler to be open about their thoughts. That is because their curiosity about learning rather than just passing judgment informs the queries you pose and the viewpoints you express.
Personal Development
Many people have different values but lack personal development, which is important. Individuals engage in personal development whenever they are actively working to better themself. The value of personal development cannot be overstated. It enables people to realize their full potential. It equips them with the knowledge and self-assurance needed to deal with any situation (Deptula 18). They are getting better at managing their emotions and bad ideas by overcoming laziness or procrastination. It also improves individuals’ ability when working with others, including the relationships they form/build.
Responsibility
Responsibility is important as it means that others can entrust one, which is a duty they are sure people will fulfill. Hence as a personal value, it shows that one can be committed to carrying out some action generally or in specific situations and accepting the outcomes they get when they are done with the assigned. Being accountable for your professional responsibilities is what makes responsibility a crucial workplace virtue (Deptula 20). When a person can finish jobs and correct mistakes to provide the finest work, they can satisfy or surpasses expectations.
Comparing Personal Values with Core Values
Personal values and core values are similar as they mean the same thing, to many people. They are the convictions, ideas, and standards an individual has and act as the compass of their actions. They are essential as they guide people’s decisions regarding long-term and short-term goals and objectives. Another similarity is that they influence how individuals behave with others. For instance, in a business setting, personal and core values influence a person’s relationship with fellow employees and customers (Doetsch-Kidder). Therefore, when utilized well, these values reflect positively on the business practices, as they benefit the whole team and bring about success.
Contrast
The contrast between personal and core values is that personal values are more seen in people individually, while core value is general. Personal values seem to be at the center of individual lives as they impact a lot of things. For instance, a business may have core values that emphasize its employees to perform well and make the business successful (Doetsch-Kidder). Additionally, core values can show individuals how to interact with others while representing the business, while on personal values, people already know how to conduct themselves. Therefore, as much as the two essential values seem to differ, the difference is minimal but has a huge impact.
Personal and Core Values Alignment
Justification for the Alignment
The justification for personal and core values is that, in a workplace setting, employees are happier and more motivated to perform their jobs when their values coincide with those of the business. Because they are aware of their work’s positive impact on the company’s overall success, they are internally motivated to finish the task at hand. As a result, they are more committed to performing than presenting themselves (Doetsch-Kidder). Being inspired and motivated results in improved productivity and sincere devotion for many who go above and beyond what is asked of them.
Conclusion
At times there is a non-alignment regarding the core and personal values. The existence of conflicting values brings this about. It results from unproductive competition among team members, a lack of enthusiasm to work, low commitment and productivity if resentment sets in, and other negative effects. Learning to recognize your values before pursuing any career or place of employment is crucial (Doetsch-Kidder). To identify with the firm and align with its fundamental values, which is essential in the long run, they should be aware of what is important to them. Therefore, there is room for greater success, when the non-alignment is addressed and this is reflected by meeting the goals and objectives of the business.
Works Cited
Deptula, David. “Core Values and the Air Force.” The Journal of Character & Leadership Development, vol. 8, no. 3, 2021, pp. 12-21.
Doetsch-Kidder, Sharon. “Using Mindfulness, Core Values, And Interdisciplinary Conversation To Develop Critical And Creative Thinking.” Innovations in Teaching & Learning Conference Proceedings, vol. 11. 2019.