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.

When hiring for leadership, superficial perks like bean bags and kombucha won’t ensure success. Instead, aligning leadership with core company values can foster innovation and collaboration and make ...

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 are the DNA of any organization. They can’t just be words on your website or live on a conference room wall. They must be the backbone of a company’s culture, how you behave as an ...

Self-reflection is an essential part of the leadership journey. One of the biggest challenges school leaders face is the disconnect between their actions and core values. When this disconnect occurs, ...

You probably just searched values core list. Here’s exactly what you’re looking for, plus an example of a definition for each value. Remember, you can define your core values however you want; the ...

“Leadership is not about job title. It isn’t even a matter of style. At the core, it comes down to two simple questions: What kind of person are you? And are those personal qualities inspiring to ...

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 ...

In a powerful letter to ice cream fans everywhere, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigned after 47 years, citing silencing by parent company Unilever. I’ve long said that leaders with ...