A common practice among successful organizations is the implementation of a vision and values. The application of a vision and values ensures that the decisions an organization is making are aligned with their mission. A critical step for any leader is to have a personal vision and to create values. Below are my personal values, which I use to keep me pointed in the right direction. SELF-IMPROVEMENT“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” ― Ernest Hemingway If you aspire to become a world leader one day, you will never reach the top by competing with others – there are simply too many competitors. I believe a fair self-evaluation and a constant desire to improve are the best ways to make progress. I am constantly seeking to challenge my: business communication skills; presentation skills; critical thinking and innovative mindset; and my physical limitations. OUTLOOK“Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.” ― Wayne W. DyerI have a firm belief that your perspective dictates your thoughts and your thoughts dictate your actions. Without the proper outlook on your future, your compass will be pointing in the wrong direction. I strive to focus my outlook on positivity while always keeping my long-term goals in mind. TEAMWORK“Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.” ― Michael JordanI have been involved in team sports for 20 years. During this time, the most important lesson I have learned is the concept of synergy – “the interaction or cooperation of two or more individuals to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effect". My experiences with sports, family and friends have taught me that accomplishments are always a team effort. I put the team before myself so great things can be achieved.