As you've learned in this chapter, an organizational mission statement articulates a company's basic reason for being, and provides a clear, long-term focus for the organization. A personal mission statement for you could potentially provide similar benefits. Using input from family and friends, write yourself a vivid yet simple mission statement that sums up who you are and how you live your life. What does your statement say about your ethics and values? How might it influence your decisions and actions on a day-to-day basis? What does it suggest about your future career choices?