The new year marks a new beginning. It’s the right time to think about where you are, who you are, and what you want to do in ...

In the run-up to the new year, we’re resharing some of our favorite tips from 2025. 6 Steps to Identifying Your Core Values As a leader, you’ll face numerous high-stakes situations. When there’s no ...

Core values serve as guiding principles that shape our attitudes, actions, and decisions. According to psychological research, values are fundamental beliefs that guide our choices and behaviors. They ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William Arruda covers personal branding, leadership, and careers. Authentic leaders don’t just talk about values— they live them.

Should I be saving for my child’s future education or saving for my retirement? Should I pay down my lowest credit card debt or the one with the highest interest? Should I rent out my house or just ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Exec coach & former Microsoft CFO. Writes on leadership. Most senior executives have an intuitive sense of their core values—but ...

Consistency, not constant reinvention, is the secret to lasting success. Here’s how five enduring values have fueled my company’s growth for nearly 20 years. Personal connection and being present in ...

When I ran into a former client at the grocery store, and asked him how things were going, I expected some polite small talk. Instead, what he said blew my mind. The guy (let’s call him Jim) was an ...

Here’s how to create a concise explanation of your company’s objectives that helps develop a roadmap to achieve them. A mission statement serves as a clear and concise articulation of the company’s ...

Every day, people are showing others what their guiding principles and morals are. By the decisions you have to make, big and small, you indicate the ethics and code of conduct by which you operate.