1. Habit #2 - Begin with the End in Mind (Mission Statements)

2. What is a Personal Mission Statement?
A personal mission statement is a brief description of who you are, what you want to focus on, what you want to accomplish, and who you want to become in a particular area of your life over the next one to three years. It is a way to focus your energy, actions, behaviors, and decisions towards the things that are most important to you.

3. Examples of Mission Statements
UCSD Mission Statement:
UC San Diego will transform California and a diverse global society by educating, generating and disseminating knowledge and creative works, and engaging in public service.

4. Examples of Mission Statements
Walmart’s Mission Statement:
"to help people save money so they can live better."

5. Examples of Mission Statements
“AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.”

6. Examples of Mission Statements

7. Examples of Mission Statements
Wendy's Mission Statement: QUALITY IS OUR RECIPE - We don't cut corners on our products, service, or employees!
TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT - Be genuine and kind and lend each other a helping hand!
DO THE RIGHT THING - Honesty and integrity are rules we live by!
PROFIT MEANS GROWTH - Teamwork is the key to our success!
GIVE BACK - Make your community better every day!

8. On Your Own