Writing a mission statement is a simple task...until you actually try to do it. Whether you are interested in creating an organizational mission statement or a personal mission statement to guide your life, our mission statement articles will get you on the right track.

• Mission Statements. Mission statements? Do you really need them. Some people say mission statements are a waste of time. Others say mission statements are necessary to communicate the essence of a business and get employees all on the same page.
• Mission Statement Samples. Looking for mission statement samples? We discuss mission statements of popular companies. If these work for these successful companies, maybe something similar can work for you.

• Mission Statement Mistakes. What do people do wrong when crafting a mission statement? Here are five common mission statement mistakes to avoid.
• Team Mission Statements. Team mission statements? If you are on a team within your company working on a project, it's not a bad idea to have a mission statement.
• How to Write a Mission Statement. Wondering how to write a mission statement? Here are five things you should keep in mind when writing a mission statement.
• How to Create a Mission Statement. If you're in the process of learning how to create a mission statement, you'll find a ton of misinformation on the subject. We debunk three common mission statement myths.
• Expert Advice on Mission Statements. Want expert advice on mission statements? Here's what Guy Kawasaki and others experts think about mission statements.
• How to Develop a Mission Statement. For those who want to learn how to develop a mission statement, we showcase a few mission statements from big companies and assess how they did it right and what they did wrong.
• Personal Mission Statements. Mission statements are not just for companies. What's your personal mission statement?
• The Importance of a Mission Statement. A mission statement is vital to the success of a company as a whole. It can unify a company and push them to new heights. Creating a mission statement is just as important for a small company starting out.