The Business of Training

Vision statements can be a few words or a paragraph. It is advisable to keep the statement as short as possible so everyone in the organization can internalize it. This is perhaps the most significant statement a management team can make to inspire everyone to stay true to the company's identity. This can also apply to a division, a team, a department, etc. Vision statements apply equally to companies, government entities and non-profits, as well as, individuals. "Blue skying it" is important. Your vision is an idealized state for your training organization. It is the view of what you want for the future and encompasses your mission, values, goals, and objectives. It is what the organization wants to become. If possible, try to summarize your vision using a powerful phrase in the first paragraph of your vision statement. This will enhance the effectiveness of your vision statement. Vision statements also define the organizations purpose in terms of the organ...