Do You Know Your Core Values?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  I have a definitive list of personal core values I can name without looking them up.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 2.
  My values are worded as phrases, rather than just single words.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 3.
  My values are specific and unique to me (not generic like “honesty”, “integrity” or “family” without deeper definition).

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 4.
  My core values are universal, meaning they can be applied to both my personal and professional life.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 5.
  I have a core values list displayed in a place I can see it every day, (such as on my desk).

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 6.
  When I am struggling with a decision, I find it helpful to check my list of core values.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 7.
  I’ve made at least one major life or career decision based on my core values.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 8.
  I would walk away from an opportunity if it conflicted with my core values.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 9.
  My closest relationships align with my core values, including my spouse or life partner.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 10.
  The work I do feels connected in some meaningful way to my core values.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 11.
  I actively seek out communities and groups with people who seem to share my core values.

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 12.
  Do you want to learn how to identify your definitive list of core values?

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You're In The Top 2% 

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  You are among the very few who have high clarity on your core values and a high degree of alignment in your life toward those values.You have done the work to get clear on what matters most to you and follow those principles. You know the rewards of waking up every day and living life in service of what matters most to you, and you probably inspire the people around you to do the same.This is the part where we typically offer resources to help people get more clarity. But you don't need our help.With that said, you're the perfect person to mentor someone else in this process. If you'd like to be that leader, check out this story about the power of living your core values, The Compass Within. And you can also share my core values course with someone else with the code quiz25 for a discount.
• 2.
  You Have Clarity, You Just Need Alignment 

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  The great news is that, because you have solid clarity on your core values, you are already well ahead of most people. To reach the next level, you just need to be intentional about aligning your life to those values.Push yourself to use your values as the rubric for your most important decisions. Think about how your values are represented in your work, relationships and community. Do you feel like it's easy to live your values in these environments? Or do you need to make a change to get in alignment?You're off to a great start. Now, it's time to hit the next level. Here are some resources that may help:The Compass Within, which uses a fictional parable to illustrate what core values alignment looks like in practice.My Core Values Course, which includes a module on how to align your life to core values.The Whole Life Dashboard, a free tool that helps you live your values in your daily life.
• 3.
  Like Most People, You Need More Clarity

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  You have a sense of core values, but it's just a sense right now. But don't worry, our research finds that 60 percent of people are in the same boat.To build a life around your core values, you need to first be clear what your values are and phrase them in an actionable, differentiated way. Your core values should ideally be:A phrase, rather than just one word.A non-negotiable principle that is universally applicable to all areas of life (family, relationship, work, community).A distinct point of view that represents your unique perspective on life.A decision-making rubric that guides you through tough choices.It would be best to think through your current values through this lens. We have some great resources to help you:Start with The Six Core Values Questions. Reflecting on these values will help you give shape to your core values.Check out The Compass Within, which uses a fictional parable to illustrate the core values discovery process you can use to find your own values.To take the biggest step, take my Core Values Course, which guides you step by step through an exercise to develop your definitive list of core values. Get 25% off with the code CLARITY25.
• 4.
  Start Your Core Values Discovery Process

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  You're here because you understand the importance of core values and want to live life based on your own. We have some great resources to help you start this vital, rewarding journey:Start with The Six Core Values Questions. Reflecting on these values will help you give shape to your core values.Check out The Compass Within, which uses a fictional parable to illustrate the core values discovery process you can use to find your own values.To take the biggest step, take my Core Values Course, which guides you step by step through an exercise to develop your definitive list of core values. Use the code START25 to get 25% off.
• 5.
  You Say You Don't Want To Find Your Core Values. Are You Sure About That?

  If you don't want to discover your core values, that's fine. But just know that living life without core values is like navigating life without a GPS: you may get to your destination eventually, but only after a lot of trial and error.If you change your mind, we have a great resources to help you discover your core values:It's hard to understand why core values matter. This story you can read in a little over an hour, The Compass Within, uses a fictional parable to illustrate the core values discovery process you can use to find your own values.If that's too much time, check out The Six Core Values Questions that I share in the book. Reflecting on these questions for just 10 minutes will help you give shape to your core values.