What are your V.I.P’s? (V = Values, I = deals, and P = Principles)
Your personal core values define who you are, and a company’s core values ultimately define the company’s character and brand. For individuals, character is destiny. For organizations, culture is destiny” — Tony Hsieh I am truly honored to be part of a company (albeit as a student, in the professional development program) that promotes and upholds its values to inspire not only their employees but also anyone who visit the Agricultural Research Council. The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) of South Africa has a clear vision of excelling in Agricultural research and development. Based on ARC vision and mission statement, powerful values are formulated in a simple acronym that is easy to remember — and to achieve the set out mission with ease and grace. The acronym is TARGET, which stands for the following; T = Truth A = Accountability R = Respect G = Growth E = Excellence T = Trust These values, including the company’s mission and vision statement, are illuminate