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Work Values Worksheet

Our values are a core part of who we are. Our values, and the values demonstrated and supported at our workplace need to be in alignment, otherwise we feel dissatisfied, unsettled and/or out of sync.

Print this page. If you are currently working, identify whether the work values listed are important to you personally and whether or not these values are supported at your workplace. If you are not working currently, this is a good time to reassess what values are important to you so that you incorporate these into your job search. Work with your Career Coach to identify your critical values, target organizations that are in alignment with these values, and ask the appropriate questions to validate whether it's the right place for you to work. If you think of additional work values that are not listed but are very important to you, add them.

Work Values

Is this critical to my job satisfaction?

Is this present in my current workplace?

1. Every person is treated with respect, regardless of position.

2. Honesty and ethical behavior are the norms for all business interactions.

3. Every person's contributions are valued and appreciated.

4. True teamwork exists. People support each other and work together.

6. People are competent at their jobs and strive to do their best for themselves and for the company.

7. Most people are truly committed to the vision and success of this company, including myself.

8. It's okay, and even encouraged, to have fun at work.

9. Most people get along on a day to day basis.

10. Creativity is viewed as an important skill, and creative approaches to problems are welcomed and taken seriously.

11. Reasonable risk-taking is encouraged.

12. People are, in general, open to differences in culture, experience, life style and world views.

13. The physical environment is comfortable and pleasant to work within.

14. There is plenty of opportunity for advancement.

15. There is an emphasis on learning, and opportunities for learning are a priority.

16. The work is mentally stimulating and challenging.

17. It's okay to make mistakes once in a while.

18. There is sound leadership and the future of the company is secure.

19. Opportunity exists for me to make the money I want.

20. I have authority to make the decisions I need to in order to be successful.

21. The right resources are available to achieve the important business goals.

22. Communication is seen as a priority; most people know what they need to know.

23. I have flexibility with my time as needed, as long as I accomplish my goals.

24. Goals and expectations are reasonable given the resources and time I have to accomplish them.

25. Other work values that are important to me:

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