Designing Your Business Core Values
Written by Josh Hines • August 28, 2024 • 2 Minute Read
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Business values are the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide a company's actions and decisions. They serve as the foundation for a company's culture, shape its identity, and influence its relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders.
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Creating Business Values
Here is a concise guide on how to create brand values for your business:
Brainstorm With Your Team
Creating the foundation of your business shouldn't be something you do alone as the founder, you want everyone to feel comfortable in the environment you are creating; both employees and customers.
Bring together key stakeholders and employees to brainstorm which values truly represent your brand.
To give people a starting point, ask questions like:
- What does this company value most
- What do we stand for
- What does the way we work say about us
Consider The Customer Experience
Reflect on the experience you provide for customers and what it says about your business. For example, being transparent in your marketing demonstrates honesty as a core value.
Identify Values That Resonate With Your Target Audience
Determine which of your potential brand values will resonate most with your target customers. Focus on the values that are most meaningful to your audience. People buy from people they trust and share similar interests and ways of looking at the world.
Focus Your Core Value To 3-5
Refine your list to the 3-5 values that most reflect what your company stands for. Having too many values complicates demonstrating them through your brand story and messaging.
Communicate And Share Your Brand Values
Add your core values to your brand guidelines so all employees understand and embody them in their work. Ensure consistency in applying these values across all brand experiences and assets.
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