Amongst the few things in common between successful business leaders across the globe is the fact that they have a very clearly defined vision and mission for the company and also clearly articulate and demonstrate the values that form a part of the company’s DNA.Moreover, if the hiring team itself is clear about the vision, mission and values of the company and considers it important while hiring someone at a key position (and even for any other position), they would be in a better position to pick the right candidate who is aligned to the company’s goals and values. So, there’ll be fewer chances of having any regrets later.Above all, it is not only important to hire people who can align themselves with the company’s vision, mission and values, it is also important to constantly reinforce these aspects in the minds of all the team members from time to time, so they start living and breathing the same values. Once they become part of a person’s DNA, it’s less likely that they falter.In the long run, a clear cut vision, mission and value system also helps improve employee retention and promote employee referrals. Committed employees eventually move beyond performing the mere basics and start viewing their contribution to the organisation on a more personal level.This lack of clear-cut guidelines will reflect in its services towards their clients, quality of work executed, and how problems and glitches are tackled, thus having a direct bearing on its credibility and longevity.
What better way to drive the same passion as the founder in each member who is part of the startup, and develop a consistent approach to realise the ultimate goal the founder had set for the business. There’s no contesting the fact that with a common purpose and values to bind and guide the entire team, the synergies derived can multiply manifold.