Do you have a mission statement? Most businesses have them; at least the larger ones do. But until recently, I had never heard of a person having a mission statement.
It tribute to my niece Ailish, who recently passed away, I’d like to share her mission statement, which I think is
amazing for a young woman of just 26 years old! I can learn a thing or two from her. Perhaps you can, too.
Ailish Barcelo’s Mission Statement
Ailish (left) Ailish/Halloween (middle) Tammer/Colleen/Ailish (right)
Find success every day; focus on what success should and will look like.
Know when to be a leader and when to be a follower.
Always keep a strong value system and remain ethical.
Always stay and think one step ahead of everyone else professionally.
Change with the times; don’t get caught up in the way things used to be or may have been.
Always move forward; remember the past and what’s behind you, but don’t be blinded by it.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Learn from mistakes and accomplishments; look for lessons in my mistakes and accomplishments and remember them.
Smile regularly.
Remain strong and confident, especially in emotionally, physically or mentally tough situations.
Always keep a fresh mind, be open to new ideas (think outside of the box).
Keep walls and barriers low; don’t block people out of my life; trust but be smart.
Don’t burn any bridges.
Travel regularly; meet/see new people, cultures, lands and ideas.
Remain fun; keep a part of my child-like tendencies (i.e., fly a kite, blow bubbles, go to the circus, etc.).
Always have a hobby; keep a creative mind; incorporate new hobbies regularly.
Always bring out the best in people; be sincere, compliment and acknowledge people regularly.
Incorporate diversity in my personal and professional life.
Keep up with trends and local and global affairs.
Stay educated; regularly attend classes and seminars.
Keep a journal of long- and short-term goals; have a deadline and note when it was actually accomplished.
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