Work Values

Work values are global aspects of work that are important to a person’s satisfaction.

Achievement
Independence
Recognition
Relationships
Support
Working Conditions

Achievement

Careers that reflect this value are focused on results and empowering individuals to leverage their greatest strengths—leading to a strong sense of purpose and achievement. Individuals that reflect this work value are motivated by making an impact and maximizing their abilities.

Independence

Careers aligned with this value empower individuals to take initiative, make independent decisions, and think creatively. Individuals driven by this work value thrive on having autonomy, responsibility, and the space to exercise their creativity.

Recognition

Careers aligned with this value offer clear paths for growth, leadership opportunities, and the chance to build a respected professional reputation. Individuals driven by this work value prioritize advancement, authority, recognition, and social status.

Relationships

Careers that reflect this value center around meaningful service and collaboration—allowing individuals to make a positive impact while working in a supportive, values-driven environment. Individuals driven by this work value prioritize strong team dynamics, moral values, and a commitment to helping others.

Support

Careers aligned with this value provide employees with strong and supportive leadership—where management empowers and backs their team. Individuals driven by this work value prioritize company policies that foster transparency and trust, leaders who build strong relationships and prioritize a collaborative, people-first culture, and managers who offer the technical insight and hands-on support employees need to thrive and grow in their roles.

Working Conditions

Careers that reflect this value provide stability, fair compensation, and a healthy work environment. Individuals driven by this work value prioritize performing various activities, fair compensation, job security, independence, and a healthy work environment with adequate resources and a positive work-life balance.

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