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Summary.
Working parents, who face a significant leadership challenge in raising children, can benefit from understanding and then communicating their core values. When we identify and express our values, we can more readily use what we truly care about as the basis for making decisions, large and small. If you’ve not ever done so, start by thinking about what matters most to you, and why. Try to come up with about five values and write them down. The next step is communicating those values to the people who matter most to you. Start with your partner(s) in parenting —those with whom you’re raising children together. This could be a spouse, but it could also be an ex-spouse, a close relative, a life partner, or a dear friend.Understanding and then communicating your core values is a fundamental aspect of becoming an effective leader. Leaders who are aware of their values, convey them clearly, and act in alignment with them are engaged, generate high performance, and inspire commitment. It pays to value values.