January 8, 2025

In the Loop: Making Core Values Mean Something

Author Katherine Coble, APR

Core values: are they driving your culture or just filling up wall space? 

Katherine Coble unpacks how to make your values real—think Chick-fil-A-level real. From hiring and onboarding to tough decisions that protect your culture, Katherine dives into what it takes to walk the talk. 

Ready to transform words on a wall into actions that inspire? Let’s dive in! 

Key Takeaways
  • Core values must reflect who you already are. Aspirations belong in the vision, not in the values. 
  • Leaders set the tone for living the values. If leaders aren’t modeling them, employees won’t follow. 
  • Embed values into every aspect of the business. From recruitment to recognition, values should guide decision-making. 
  • Tough decisions uphold credibility. Failing to address misalignment damages trust, even with high performers.