mission statement
noun
: something that states the purpose or goal of a business or organization
The company's mission statement emphasizes its ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of the community.
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What came out of it was a very clear mission statement — to empower self expression and ignite positive change.
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David Moin, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Beer emphasizes that the most accurate way to understand a system is to observe its real-world effects, not rely solely on intentions (read: your mission statement) or descriptions.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
The Washington Post is rolling out a new mission statement ahead of President-elect Trump’s second term in the White House.
—Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
If everyone understands and takes it to heart, the mission statement can guide decisions for generations to come, and ensure that every business practice aligns with these values.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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David Moin, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Beer emphasizes that the most accurate way to understand a system is to observe its real-world effects, not rely solely on intentions (read: your mission statement) or descriptions.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
The Washington Post is rolling out a new mission statement ahead of President-elect Trump’s second term in the White House.
—Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
If everyone understands and takes it to heart, the mission statement can guide decisions for generations to come, and ensure that every business practice aligns with these values.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Mission statement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mission%20statement. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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