A shared vision is much more than a list of goals. It needs to be something that inspires people and gets them to pull together for cooperative action. People really get energized by what their group is trying to accomplish. They pull together to accomplish something worthwhile. Ideally, people can see a personal role in bringing the vision to life. This is the "shared" aspect of a shared vision. The following cultural qualities are associated with a shared vision at the workplace.

A Shared Vision Exists When People:

• Are inspired by the purpose of the group or organization
• Feel that their values and ideas are incorporated into what the organization is trying to achieve
• Can easily communicate the mission and direction of the organization
• Recognize that both individual and organizational needs are being addressed
• See how their day-to-day activities support the overall goals of the organization