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The company I work at (a US branch of a Japanese firm) has a thing we have to say every morning. We stand up and each take turns reading a line from the poster on the wall. It goes like this:





  1. We meet challenges with courage and creativity to realize our dreams.

  2. Once a decision is made we move quickly to carry out the plan with passion.

  3. As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society.

  4. We seek to do our best, act professionally, and take responsibility for our actions.


... and so on (8 lines total).




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  • This kind of ritual is a deeply and (largely) uniquely Japanese phenomenon. You might have better luck asking on the Japanese language stack exchange - there's probably a single-word term for this whole activity in Japan. It's absurdly common - almost every workplace has something like this type of communal, ritualistic motto or mantra recitation.
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The company I work at (a US branch of a Japanese firm) has a thing we have to say every morning. We stand up and each take turns reading a line from the poster on the wall. It goes like this:





  1. We meet challenges with courage and creativity to realize our dreams.

  2. Once a decision is made we move quickly to carry out the plan with passion.

  3. As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society.

  4. We seek to do our best, act professionally, and take responsibility for our actions.


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The company I work at (a US branch of a Japanese firm) has a thing we have to say every morning. We stand up and each take turns reading a line from the poster on the wall. It goes like this:





  1. We meet challenges with courage and creativity to realize our dreams.

  2. Once a decision is made we move quickly to carry out the plan with passion.

  3. As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society.

  4. We seek to do our best, act professionally, and take responsibility for our actions.


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  1. We meet challenges with courage and creativity to realize our dreams.

  2. Once a decision is made we move quickly to carry out the plan with passion.

  3. As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society.

  4. We seek to do our best, act professionally, and take responsibility for our actions.


... and so on (8 lines total).




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  • This kind of ritual is a deeply and (largely) uniquely Japanese phenomenon. You might have better luck asking on the Japanese language stack exchange - there's probably a single-word term for this whole activity in Japan. It's absurdly common - almost every workplace has something like this type of communal, ritualistic motto or mantra recitation.
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  • This kind of ritual is a deeply and (largely) uniquely Japanese phenomenon. You might have better luck asking on the Japanese language stack exchange - there's probably a single-word term for this whole activity in Japan. It's absurdly common - almost every workplace has something like this type of communal, ritualistic motto or mantra recitation.
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This kind of ritual is a deeply and (largely) uniquely Japanese phenomenon. You might have better luck asking on the Japanese language stack exchange - there's probably a single-word term for this whole activity in Japan. It's absurdly common - almost every workplace has something like this type of communal, ritualistic motto or mantra recitation.
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This kind of ritual is a deeply and (largely) uniquely Japanese phenomenon. You might have better luck asking on the Japanese language stack exchange - there's probably a single-word term for this whole activity in Japan. It's absurdly common - almost every workplace has something like this type of communal, ritualistic motto or mantra recitation.
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The Company Credo. Merriam Webster says about credo:




Credo comes straight from the Latin word meaning "I believe", and is
the first word of many religious credos, or creeds, such as the
Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. But the word can be applied to
any guiding principle or set of principles. Of course, you may choose
a different credo when you're 52 than when you're 19. But here is the
credo of the writer H. L. Mencken, written after he had lived quite a
few years: "I believe that it is better to tell the truth than to lie.
I believe that it is better to be free than to be a slave. And I
believe that it is better to know than to be ignorant".







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    "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
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    I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
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    Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
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    @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
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    @Spagirl: Forsooth.
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This can be considered a mantra.




a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs




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Typically a mantra is smaller, but the word evokes the kind of thoughtless droning mantra implies. I imagine this is the case in your office.






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    While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
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    Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
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    @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
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    @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
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    @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
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This can be called pledge.



From Merriam-Webster:




PLEDGE (noun):



a binding promise or agreement to do or forbear.



a token, sign, or earnest of something else







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    I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
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    Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
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I would call this a company values statement.  (Or possibly a vision statement.)



I wouldn't call it a mission statement or manifesto, because it doesn't define what the company does; only how it does it.



Nor would I call it a credo or mantra, because it doesn't list things that employees believe, only things that they do.



It could be a company pledge, vow, oath, or similar (as per other answers) — but if so, I'd expect everyone to be saying every line, all together.



(And you wouldn't get UK employees to spout this rubbish every morning without a lot of sarcasm…!)






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    This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
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  • How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
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Every morning at work, we recite the company manifesto.







manifesto



​ a written statement of the beliefs, aims, and policies of an
organization, especially a political party:




In the West, we use this mainly in political contexts, but from your description it sounds like this is not so removed from a political or religious situation.






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    Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
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    @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
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    No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
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    It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
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I would call this 'the company mission'.
According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary:
MISSION (noun) -
a specific task with which a person or a group is charged.
For example, 'Their mission was to help victims of the disaster.'






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    Affirmations - statements that we tell ourselves in order to spark self-change (Steele, 1988)






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      Please note, the system has flagged your answer for deletion as "low-quality because of its length and content." An answer on this site is expected to be authoritative, detailed, and explain why it is correct. I suggest you edit your answer - for example, adding a dictionary definition (linked to the source), comparing that with Steele's definition and relating this to the company context. For further guidance, see How to Answer and take the Tour :-)
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      I was going to say morning affirmations, but you beat me to it. See page 12 (Japanese corporate culture context): rieti.go.jp/jp/publications/dp/07e030.pdf.
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      Welcome new user - thanks for the fantastic answer. It's hilarious that it is far better than the top voted answer!
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      Yes--great answer--some answers don't need to be explained so much. But it would be a shame if it was deleted by whomever. Maybe add something just for that reason.
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    I would say that this could be considered tenets of the company/team.
    Definition of tenet (from Oxford Living Dictionaries: English)




    A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.



    'the tenets of classical liberalism'



    Synonyms: principle, belief, doctrine, precept, creed, credo, article of faith, dogma, canon, rule







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      Real things that are hidden behind, are your company core values (definition from yourdictionary.com)



      The 'material' ('touchable') thing you can see is implementation/manifestation/embodiment of your company core values.






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      I work for Panasonic where we have a similar activity*, and their English web site calls our 7 things seven principles - see about halfway down the page. Perhaps your company has a similar English page that has an official name for them?



      * At least we only have to repeat them once a week!



      Additionally, I decided to look up the Japanese definition. First, the OP's thing is the TB Way, and the Japanese version also calls it the TB Way - see the English heading about halfway down.



      As for Panasonic, they are called 七精神, nana (7) seishin, and seishin can be translated as spirit.






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        This sort of company or organizational statement can have several different definitions, depending on how it is used. It could certainly be a mission statement or pledge, and comes out of your companies core values, as suggested in other answers. The ritual manner used to recite this statement is similar to a mantra, as suggested in another. These words all have different nuances. In your particular case, though, this is specifically the TB Way (TB, as in the Toyota Boshoku Company). It is part of their corporate philosophy. (See below for the complete version from the above link).



        Way in this context refers to the manner in which the company does things. Many Japanese companies have one, and they are typically translated as "the [company name] way". So...




        Every morning at work we stand up and recite the company way.




        See definition 1.




        Oxford:




        way:



        1. A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action.




        From the Toyota Boshoku website:




        TB Way:




        • We contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products.

        • We meet challenges with courage and creativity, to realize our dreams.

        • We carry out kaizen continuously, aiming to achieve higher goals.

        • We practice Genchi-Genbutsu by going to the source to analyze problems and find their root causes.

        • Once a decision is made, we move quickly to carry out the plan, with passion and a sense of mission.

        • We seek to do our best, act professionally and take responsibility for our actions.

        • We respect the values of other cultures and accept differences, with an open mind and a global perspective.

        • As a good corporate citizen, we do what is right and contribute to society.

        • We respect the individual and use teamwork to produce the best result.







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          Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
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          @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
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        This sounds like a company motto.




        2: a short expression of a guiding principle




        Posters like that in the workplace have also been called “motivators,” and parodies of them with cute pictures and sarcastic, nihilistic messages are “demotivators.”






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          It's too long to be a "motto".
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        • @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
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          No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
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        • @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
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        • @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
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        My suggestions:



        "vow"





        1. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the
          rules of a religious order.

        2. A declaration or assertion.




        "oath"





        1. A solemn pledge or promise, [..] to attest to the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise

        2. A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.




        "pledge"





        1. A solemn promise to do something.




        or even "promise"





        1. (countable) an oath or affirmation; a vow




        wiktionary: pledge oath promise vow






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          Another idea that comes to my mind posting as a separate answer to allow independent evaluation



          All employees of your company, commit themselves to follow that rules.



          Ergo, we can simply say that these are their commitments definition from www.vocabulary.com






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            This is called a Mission Statement. It's a set of goals and objectives the company tries to achieve.




            A mission statement is a short statement of an organization's purpose, what its overall goal is, identifying the goal of its operations: what kind of product or service it provides, its primary customers or market, and its geographical region of operation. It may include a short statement of such fundamental matters as the organization's values or philosophies, a business's main competitive advantages, or a desired future state—the "vision".




            You can find out more about it here






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              The first thing I thought of was litany:





              1. A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.


              2. A tedious recital or repetitive series.





              Source: Oxford



              One of the things you didn't specify was how you felt about having to say all this stuff. "Litany" is a good sarcastic word to describe a tedious, pseudo-religious rectiation of empty formulae, something ridiculous that bosses make employees do just to demonstrate who's in charge.






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                Wow, some of the words given are definitely very laden with connotation.



                The specific word most commonly used would be "Mission", or more commonly, "Mission Statement". "Core Values" or "Values Statement" are also common, but mission will be your best bet for a single word.



                I've worked for a lot of companies, from retail to corporate, offices to stores. While I might agree that at the time I worked for Best Buy (~1994) "manifesto" probably felt more accurate, no company would call it that, or vow, or affirmation (except possibly a strongly religious company, that I could see, but have no experience with). Creed and mantra make sense from a definition perspective, but I'd be shocked to learn of a company calling it that, also.






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                  Covenant



                  Oxford English Dictionary:




                  A mutual agreement between two or more persons to do or refrain from
                  doing certain acts; a compact, contract, bargain; sometimes, the
                  undertaking, pledge, or promise of one of the parties.







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                    If it is done in the following style:




                    1. Leader reads one line out loud

                    2. Everyone reads that same line out loud together

                    3. Leader reads the next line out loud

                    4. Everyone together ... etc


                    Then I have heard it termed "Chinese School".



                    I don't have a reference for that, and it is not widespread.






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                      That could also be a "chant"
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                    This can be called the preamble.




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                    A preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction.







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                      The definition of mantra quoted above is that it is "repeated" or "expressed", thus an action and not the words themselves that would make it a mantra. It is not the thing you say but the action of saying or expressing them that delineates the mantra.



                      The words that are determined or defined to be conveyed, make up the creed (or credo) of the business (in this case).



                      The "thing" in my view is a creed (or credo). The act of reciting it, is performing a mantra.



                      I can't comment yet or I would have done that, so instead, I answer.






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                        The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
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                      • I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
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                        Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
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                      • @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
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                      The Company Credo. Merriam Webster says about credo:




                      Credo comes straight from the Latin word meaning "I believe", and is
                      the first word of many religious credos, or creeds, such as the
                      Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. But the word can be applied to
                      any guiding principle or set of principles. Of course, you may choose
                      a different credo when you're 52 than when you're 19. But here is the
                      credo of the writer H. L. Mencken, written after he had lived quite a
                      few years: "I believe that it is better to tell the truth than to lie.
                      I believe that it is better to be free than to be a slave. And I
                      believe that it is better to know than to be ignorant".







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                      • 12




                        "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        Dec 10 at 20:31






                      • 14




                        I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                        – Sean Boddy
                        Dec 10 at 21:06






                      • 2




                        Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                        – CynicallyNaive
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                        – Spagirl
                        yesterday






                      • 5




                        @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        yesterday















                      up vote
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                      The Company Credo. Merriam Webster says about credo:




                      Credo comes straight from the Latin word meaning "I believe", and is
                      the first word of many religious credos, or creeds, such as the
                      Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. But the word can be applied to
                      any guiding principle or set of principles. Of course, you may choose
                      a different credo when you're 52 than when you're 19. But here is the
                      credo of the writer H. L. Mencken, written after he had lived quite a
                      few years: "I believe that it is better to tell the truth than to lie.
                      I believe that it is better to be free than to be a slave. And I
                      believe that it is better to know than to be ignorant".







                      share|improve this answer



















                      • 12




                        "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        Dec 10 at 20:31






                      • 14




                        I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                        – Sean Boddy
                        Dec 10 at 21:06






                      • 2




                        Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                        – CynicallyNaive
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                        – Spagirl
                        yesterday






                      • 5




                        @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        yesterday













                      up vote
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                      up vote
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                      The Company Credo. Merriam Webster says about credo:




                      Credo comes straight from the Latin word meaning "I believe", and is
                      the first word of many religious credos, or creeds, such as the
                      Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. But the word can be applied to
                      any guiding principle or set of principles. Of course, you may choose
                      a different credo when you're 52 than when you're 19. But here is the
                      credo of the writer H. L. Mencken, written after he had lived quite a
                      few years: "I believe that it is better to tell the truth than to lie.
                      I believe that it is better to be free than to be a slave. And I
                      believe that it is better to know than to be ignorant".







                      share|improve this answer














                      The Company Credo. Merriam Webster says about credo:




                      Credo comes straight from the Latin word meaning "I believe", and is
                      the first word of many religious credos, or creeds, such as the
                      Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. But the word can be applied to
                      any guiding principle or set of principles. Of course, you may choose
                      a different credo when you're 52 than when you're 19. But here is the
                      credo of the writer H. L. Mencken, written after he had lived quite a
                      few years: "I believe that it is better to tell the truth than to lie.
                      I believe that it is better to be free than to be a slave. And I
                      believe that it is better to know than to be ignorant".








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                      answered Dec 10 at 14:26









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                      • 12




                        "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        Dec 10 at 20:31






                      • 14




                        I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                        – Sean Boddy
                        Dec 10 at 21:06






                      • 2




                        Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                        – CynicallyNaive
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                        – Spagirl
                        yesterday






                      • 5




                        @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        yesterday














                      • 12




                        "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        Dec 10 at 20:31






                      • 14




                        I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                        – Sean Boddy
                        Dec 10 at 21:06






                      • 2




                        Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                        – CynicallyNaive
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                        – Spagirl
                        yesterday






                      • 5




                        @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                        – Robert Harvey
                        yesterday








                      12




                      12




                      "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                      – Robert Harvey
                      Dec 10 at 20:31




                      "Credo" is a cool word, but I would argue that it's not commonly-used.
                      – Robert Harvey
                      Dec 10 at 20:31




                      14




                      14




                      I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                      – Sean Boddy
                      Dec 10 at 21:06




                      I would make the argument that it's a creed, but that's a petty difference to make an argument over, and they are so synonymous as to make no difference. It definitely reads like the Sailor's Creed in the U.S. Navy. "I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution", etc.
                      – Sean Boddy
                      Dec 10 at 21:06




                      2




                      2




                      Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                      – CynicallyNaive
                      2 days ago




                      Credo was exactly the word that came to my mind before reading any answers.
                      – CynicallyNaive
                      2 days ago




                      1




                      1




                      @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                      – Spagirl
                      yesterday




                      @RobertHarvey Out of curiosity, why is that an argument? it sounds as though you think people should not use words unless they are commonly used words, is that the case?
                      – Spagirl
                      yesterday




                      5




                      5




                      @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                      – Robert Harvey
                      yesterday




                      @Spagirl: Forsooth.
                      – Robert Harvey
                      yesterday












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                      This can be considered a mantra.




                      a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs




                      [MW]



                      Typically a mantra is smaller, but the word evokes the kind of thoughtless droning mantra implies. I imagine this is the case in your office.






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                      • 2




                        While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                        – Binary Worrier
                        Dec 10 at 15:30






                      • 7




                        Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                        – jamesqf
                        Dec 10 at 17:05






                      • 1




                        @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                        – Jeremy
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                        – Philipp
                        2 days ago








                      • 1




                        @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                        – jimm101
                        2 days ago















                      up vote
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                      This can be considered a mantra.




                      a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs




                      [MW]



                      Typically a mantra is smaller, but the word evokes the kind of thoughtless droning mantra implies. I imagine this is the case in your office.






                      share|improve this answer

















                      • 2




                        While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                        – Binary Worrier
                        Dec 10 at 15:30






                      • 7




                        Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                        – jamesqf
                        Dec 10 at 17:05






                      • 1




                        @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                        – Jeremy
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                        – Philipp
                        2 days ago








                      • 1




                        @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                        – jimm101
                        2 days ago













                      up vote
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                      up vote
                      94
                      down vote









                      This can be considered a mantra.




                      a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs




                      [MW]



                      Typically a mantra is smaller, but the word evokes the kind of thoughtless droning mantra implies. I imagine this is the case in your office.






                      share|improve this answer












                      This can be considered a mantra.




                      a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs




                      [MW]



                      Typically a mantra is smaller, but the word evokes the kind of thoughtless droning mantra implies. I imagine this is the case in your office.







                      share|improve this answer












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                      • 2




                        While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                        – Binary Worrier
                        Dec 10 at 15:30






                      • 7




                        Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                        – jamesqf
                        Dec 10 at 17:05






                      • 1




                        @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                        – Jeremy
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                        – Philipp
                        2 days ago








                      • 1




                        @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                        – jimm101
                        2 days ago














                      • 2




                        While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                        – Binary Worrier
                        Dec 10 at 15:30






                      • 7




                        Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                        – jamesqf
                        Dec 10 at 17:05






                      • 1




                        @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                        – Jeremy
                        2 days ago






                      • 1




                        @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                        – Philipp
                        2 days ago








                      • 1




                        @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                        – jimm101
                        2 days ago








                      2




                      2




                      While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                      – Binary Worrier
                      Dec 10 at 15:30




                      While ab2 is also correct, the repetition and active participation makes this a mantra.
                      – Binary Worrier
                      Dec 10 at 15:30




                      7




                      7




                      Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                      – jamesqf
                      Dec 10 at 17:05




                      Not really, because a mantra can be just a meaningless pattern of sound, or words in a language you don't understand, like the classic "Om mani padme om".
                      – jamesqf
                      Dec 10 at 17:05




                      1




                      1




                      @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                      – Jeremy
                      2 days ago




                      @jamesqf - Some might contend that this fits that description quite well.
                      – Jeremy
                      2 days ago




                      1




                      1




                      @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                      – Philipp
                      2 days ago






                      @Fattie Can you tell us why you think it is wrong?
                      – Philipp
                      2 days ago






                      1




                      1




                      @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                      – jimm101
                      2 days ago




                      @jamesqf True, it can be. But the dictionary definition also includes "a ...phrase ... that expresses someone's basic beliefs". That's not likely to be nonsense words.
                      – jimm101
                      2 days ago










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                      This can be called pledge.



                      From Merriam-Webster:




                      PLEDGE (noun):



                      a binding promise or agreement to do or forbear.



                      a token, sign, or earnest of something else







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                        I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                        – Caleb Jay
                        yesterday








                      • 1




                        Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                        – JPhi1618
                        yesterday















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                      This can be called pledge.



                      From Merriam-Webster:




                      PLEDGE (noun):



                      a binding promise or agreement to do or forbear.



                      a token, sign, or earnest of something else







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                        I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                        – Caleb Jay
                        yesterday








                      • 1




                        Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                        – JPhi1618
                        yesterday













                      up vote
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                      up vote
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                      This can be called pledge.



                      From Merriam-Webster:




                      PLEDGE (noun):



                      a binding promise or agreement to do or forbear.



                      a token, sign, or earnest of something else







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                      This can be called pledge.



                      From Merriam-Webster:




                      PLEDGE (noun):



                      a binding promise or agreement to do or forbear.



                      a token, sign, or earnest of something else








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                      • 5




                        I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                        – Caleb Jay
                        yesterday








                      • 1




                        Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                        – JPhi1618
                        yesterday














                      • 5




                        I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                        – Caleb Jay
                        yesterday








                      • 1




                        Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                        – JPhi1618
                        yesterday








                      5




                      5




                      I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                      – Caleb Jay
                      yesterday






                      I like this because it is reminiscent of the requirement across the USA for students to stand and recite a statement about their loyalty to the USA every single morning. Then again, the Pledge literally is a pledge, it starts "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." Which, by the way, is as equally weird to me as standing and saying a company value statement every morning... how painfully awkward.
                      – Caleb Jay
                      yesterday






                      1




                      1




                      Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                      – JPhi1618
                      yesterday




                      Pledge is nice because it can be long. Some of the other words offered are typically one-liners.
                      – JPhi1618
                      yesterday










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                      I would call this a company values statement.  (Or possibly a vision statement.)



                      I wouldn't call it a mission statement or manifesto, because it doesn't define what the company does; only how it does it.



                      Nor would I call it a credo or mantra, because it doesn't list things that employees believe, only things that they do.



                      It could be a company pledge, vow, oath, or similar (as per other answers) — but if so, I'd expect everyone to be saying every line, all together.



                      (And you wouldn't get UK employees to spout this rubbish every morning without a lot of sarcasm…!)






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                        This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                        – John Wu
                        Dec 11 at 2:57












                      • How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                        – Walf
                        3 hours ago















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                      I would call this a company values statement.  (Or possibly a vision statement.)



                      I wouldn't call it a mission statement or manifesto, because it doesn't define what the company does; only how it does it.



                      Nor would I call it a credo or mantra, because it doesn't list things that employees believe, only things that they do.



                      It could be a company pledge, vow, oath, or similar (as per other answers) — but if so, I'd expect everyone to be saying every line, all together.



                      (And you wouldn't get UK employees to spout this rubbish every morning without a lot of sarcasm…!)






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                      • 2




                        This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                        – John Wu
                        Dec 11 at 2:57












                      • How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                        – Walf
                        3 hours ago













                      up vote
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                      up vote
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                      I would call this a company values statement.  (Or possibly a vision statement.)



                      I wouldn't call it a mission statement or manifesto, because it doesn't define what the company does; only how it does it.



                      Nor would I call it a credo or mantra, because it doesn't list things that employees believe, only things that they do.



                      It could be a company pledge, vow, oath, or similar (as per other answers) — but if so, I'd expect everyone to be saying every line, all together.



                      (And you wouldn't get UK employees to spout this rubbish every morning without a lot of sarcasm…!)






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                      I would call this a company values statement.  (Or possibly a vision statement.)



                      I wouldn't call it a mission statement or manifesto, because it doesn't define what the company does; only how it does it.



                      Nor would I call it a credo or mantra, because it doesn't list things that employees believe, only things that they do.



                      It could be a company pledge, vow, oath, or similar (as per other answers) — but if so, I'd expect everyone to be saying every line, all together.



                      (And you wouldn't get UK employees to spout this rubbish every morning without a lot of sarcasm…!)







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                      • 2




                        This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                        – John Wu
                        Dec 11 at 2:57












                      • How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                        – Walf
                        3 hours ago














                      • 2




                        This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                        – John Wu
                        Dec 11 at 2:57












                      • How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                        – Walf
                        3 hours ago








                      2




                      2




                      This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                      – John Wu
                      Dec 11 at 2:57






                      This is the right answer. Mission statement, vision statement, values and principles are all "trendy" parts of managing corporate culture in the United States. See this Harvard Business Review article.
                      – John Wu
                      Dec 11 at 2:57














                      How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                      – Walf
                      3 hours ago




                      How is "As a good corporate citizen we do what is right and contribute to society." rubbish?
                      – Walf
                      3 hours ago










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                      Every morning at work, we recite the company manifesto.







                      manifesto



                      ​ a written statement of the beliefs, aims, and policies of an
                      organization, especially a political party:




                      In the West, we use this mainly in political contexts, but from your description it sounds like this is not so removed from a political or religious situation.






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                        Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
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                        @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
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                        No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
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                        It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
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                      Every morning at work, we recite the company manifesto.







                      manifesto



                      ​ a written statement of the beliefs, aims, and policies of an
                      organization, especially a political party:




                      In the West, we use this mainly in political contexts, but from your description it sounds like this is not so removed from a political or religious situation.






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                        @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
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                      Every morning at work, we recite the company manifesto.







                      manifesto



                      ​ a written statement of the beliefs, aims, and policies of an
                      organization, especially a political party:




                      In the West, we use this mainly in political contexts, but from your description it sounds like this is not so removed from a political or religious situation.






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                      Every morning at work, we recite the company manifesto.







                      manifesto



                      ​ a written statement of the beliefs, aims, and policies of an
                      organization, especially a political party:




                      In the West, we use this mainly in political contexts, but from your description it sounds like this is not so removed from a political or religious situation.







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                        Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
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                        @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
                        – MSalters
                        Dec 10 at 16:47






                      • 3




                        No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
                        – Concrete Gannet
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                      • 3




                        It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
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                        Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
                        – A C
                        Dec 10 at 16:43






                      • 3




                        @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
                        – MSalters
                        Dec 10 at 16:47






                      • 3




                        No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
                        – Concrete Gannet
                        Dec 10 at 23:51






                      • 3




                        It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
                        – molnarm
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                      Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
                      – A C
                      Dec 10 at 16:43




                      Note that to many (at least in the US), manifesto can have a bit of a negative connotation due to its frequent association with despots, radicals, and/or terrorists (e.g. the Unabomber manifesto). It seems like we're more likely to call something a manifesto when we don't agree with its contents...
                      – A C
                      Dec 10 at 16:43




                      3




                      3




                      @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
                      – MSalters
                      Dec 10 at 16:47




                      @AC: That makes this a good answer (+1). See the edit - more of the same rhetoric. That carries a similar negative emotion,
                      – MSalters
                      Dec 10 at 16:47




                      3




                      3




                      No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
                      – Concrete Gannet
                      Dec 10 at 23:51




                      No, a manifesto would be much longer. Think of the complete list of policies a political party brings to an election, or the Communist Manifesto.
                      – Concrete Gannet
                      Dec 10 at 23:51




                      3




                      3




                      It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
                      – molnarm
                      2 days ago




                      It's not necessarily long, the Agile Manifesto comes to mind: agilemanifesto.org
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                      I would call this 'the company mission'.
                      According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary:
                      MISSION (noun) -
                      a specific task with which a person or a group is charged.
                      For example, 'Their mission was to help victims of the disaster.'






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                        I would call this 'the company mission'.
                        According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary:
                        MISSION (noun) -
                        a specific task with which a person or a group is charged.
                        For example, 'Their mission was to help victims of the disaster.'






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                          I would call this 'the company mission'.
                          According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary:
                          MISSION (noun) -
                          a specific task with which a person or a group is charged.
                          For example, 'Their mission was to help victims of the disaster.'






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                          I would call this 'the company mission'.
                          According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary:
                          MISSION (noun) -
                          a specific task with which a person or a group is charged.
                          For example, 'Their mission was to help victims of the disaster.'







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                              I would say that this could be considered tenets of the company/team.
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                              A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.



                              'the tenets of classical liberalism'



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                                A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.



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                                  A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.



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                                  A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.



                                  'the tenets of classical liberalism'



                                  Synonyms: principle, belief, doctrine, precept, creed, credo, article of faith, dogma, canon, rule








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                                      Real things that are hidden behind, are your company core values (definition from yourdictionary.com)



                                      The 'material' ('touchable') thing you can see is implementation/manifestation/embodiment of your company core values.






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                                      • At one place I worked some of the teams had a "core value moment" at the beginning of some meetings, where someone was supposed to give an example of how we were living out one of the company's core values.
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                                      At one place I worked some of the teams had a "core value moment" at the beginning of some meetings, where someone was supposed to give an example of how we were living out one of the company's core values.
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                                      At one place I worked some of the teams had a "core value moment" at the beginning of some meetings, where someone was supposed to give an example of how we were living out one of the company's core values.
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                                      I work for Panasonic where we have a similar activity*, and their English web site calls our 7 things seven principles - see about halfway down the page. Perhaps your company has a similar English page that has an official name for them?



                                      * At least we only have to repeat them once a week!



                                      Additionally, I decided to look up the Japanese definition. First, the OP's thing is the TB Way, and the Japanese version also calls it the TB Way - see the English heading about halfway down.



                                      As for Panasonic, they are called 七精神, nana (7) seishin, and seishin can be translated as spirit.






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                                        I work for Panasonic where we have a similar activity*, and their English web site calls our 7 things seven principles - see about halfway down the page. Perhaps your company has a similar English page that has an official name for them?



                                        * At least we only have to repeat them once a week!



                                        Additionally, I decided to look up the Japanese definition. First, the OP's thing is the TB Way, and the Japanese version also calls it the TB Way - see the English heading about halfway down.



                                        As for Panasonic, they are called 七精神, nana (7) seishin, and seishin can be translated as spirit.






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                                          I work for Panasonic where we have a similar activity*, and their English web site calls our 7 things seven principles - see about halfway down the page. Perhaps your company has a similar English page that has an official name for them?



                                          * At least we only have to repeat them once a week!



                                          Additionally, I decided to look up the Japanese definition. First, the OP's thing is the TB Way, and the Japanese version also calls it the TB Way - see the English heading about halfway down.



                                          As for Panasonic, they are called 七精神, nana (7) seishin, and seishin can be translated as spirit.






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                                          * At least we only have to repeat them once a week!



                                          Additionally, I decided to look up the Japanese definition. First, the OP's thing is the TB Way, and the Japanese version also calls it the TB Way - see the English heading about halfway down.



                                          As for Panasonic, they are called 七精神, nana (7) seishin, and seishin can be translated as spirit.







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                                              This sort of company or organizational statement can have several different definitions, depending on how it is used. It could certainly be a mission statement or pledge, and comes out of your companies core values, as suggested in other answers. The ritual manner used to recite this statement is similar to a mantra, as suggested in another. These words all have different nuances. In your particular case, though, this is specifically the TB Way (TB, as in the Toyota Boshoku Company). It is part of their corporate philosophy. (See below for the complete version from the above link).



                                              Way in this context refers to the manner in which the company does things. Many Japanese companies have one, and they are typically translated as "the [company name] way". So...




                                              Every morning at work we stand up and recite the company way.




                                              See definition 1.




                                              Oxford:




                                              way:



                                              1. A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action.




                                              From the Toyota Boshoku website:




                                              TB Way:




                                              • We contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products.

                                              • We meet challenges with courage and creativity, to realize our dreams.

                                              • We carry out kaizen continuously, aiming to achieve higher goals.

                                              • We practice Genchi-Genbutsu by going to the source to analyze problems and find their root causes.

                                              • Once a decision is made, we move quickly to carry out the plan, with passion and a sense of mission.

                                              • We seek to do our best, act professionally and take responsibility for our actions.

                                              • We respect the values of other cultures and accept differences, with an open mind and a global perspective.

                                              • As a good corporate citizen, we do what is right and contribute to society.

                                              • We respect the individual and use teamwork to produce the best result.







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                                                Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                                – MindS1
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                                                @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
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                                              This sort of company or organizational statement can have several different definitions, depending on how it is used. It could certainly be a mission statement or pledge, and comes out of your companies core values, as suggested in other answers. The ritual manner used to recite this statement is similar to a mantra, as suggested in another. These words all have different nuances. In your particular case, though, this is specifically the TB Way (TB, as in the Toyota Boshoku Company). It is part of their corporate philosophy. (See below for the complete version from the above link).



                                              Way in this context refers to the manner in which the company does things. Many Japanese companies have one, and they are typically translated as "the [company name] way". So...




                                              Every morning at work we stand up and recite the company way.




                                              See definition 1.




                                              Oxford:




                                              way:



                                              1. A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action.




                                              From the Toyota Boshoku website:




                                              TB Way:




                                              • We contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products.

                                              • We meet challenges with courage and creativity, to realize our dreams.

                                              • We carry out kaizen continuously, aiming to achieve higher goals.

                                              • We practice Genchi-Genbutsu by going to the source to analyze problems and find their root causes.

                                              • Once a decision is made, we move quickly to carry out the plan, with passion and a sense of mission.

                                              • We seek to do our best, act professionally and take responsibility for our actions.

                                              • We respect the values of other cultures and accept differences, with an open mind and a global perspective.

                                              • As a good corporate citizen, we do what is right and contribute to society.

                                              • We respect the individual and use teamwork to produce the best result.







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                                                Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                                – MindS1
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
                                                – De Novo
                                                2 days ago













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                                              This sort of company or organizational statement can have several different definitions, depending on how it is used. It could certainly be a mission statement or pledge, and comes out of your companies core values, as suggested in other answers. The ritual manner used to recite this statement is similar to a mantra, as suggested in another. These words all have different nuances. In your particular case, though, this is specifically the TB Way (TB, as in the Toyota Boshoku Company). It is part of their corporate philosophy. (See below for the complete version from the above link).



                                              Way in this context refers to the manner in which the company does things. Many Japanese companies have one, and they are typically translated as "the [company name] way". So...




                                              Every morning at work we stand up and recite the company way.




                                              See definition 1.




                                              Oxford:




                                              way:



                                              1. A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action.




                                              From the Toyota Boshoku website:




                                              TB Way:




                                              • We contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products.

                                              • We meet challenges with courage and creativity, to realize our dreams.

                                              • We carry out kaizen continuously, aiming to achieve higher goals.

                                              • We practice Genchi-Genbutsu by going to the source to analyze problems and find their root causes.

                                              • Once a decision is made, we move quickly to carry out the plan, with passion and a sense of mission.

                                              • We seek to do our best, act professionally and take responsibility for our actions.

                                              • We respect the values of other cultures and accept differences, with an open mind and a global perspective.

                                              • As a good corporate citizen, we do what is right and contribute to society.

                                              • We respect the individual and use teamwork to produce the best result.







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                                              This sort of company or organizational statement can have several different definitions, depending on how it is used. It could certainly be a mission statement or pledge, and comes out of your companies core values, as suggested in other answers. The ritual manner used to recite this statement is similar to a mantra, as suggested in another. These words all have different nuances. In your particular case, though, this is specifically the TB Way (TB, as in the Toyota Boshoku Company). It is part of their corporate philosophy. (See below for the complete version from the above link).



                                              Way in this context refers to the manner in which the company does things. Many Japanese companies have one, and they are typically translated as "the [company name] way". So...




                                              Every morning at work we stand up and recite the company way.




                                              See definition 1.




                                              Oxford:




                                              way:



                                              1. A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action.




                                              From the Toyota Boshoku website:




                                              TB Way:




                                              • We contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products.

                                              • We meet challenges with courage and creativity, to realize our dreams.

                                              • We carry out kaizen continuously, aiming to achieve higher goals.

                                              • We practice Genchi-Genbutsu by going to the source to analyze problems and find their root causes.

                                              • Once a decision is made, we move quickly to carry out the plan, with passion and a sense of mission.

                                              • We seek to do our best, act professionally and take responsibility for our actions.

                                              • We respect the values of other cultures and accept differences, with an open mind and a global perspective.

                                              • As a good corporate citizen, we do what is right and contribute to society.

                                              • We respect the individual and use teamwork to produce the best result.








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                                              • 3




                                                Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                                – MindS1
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
                                                – De Novo
                                                2 days ago














                                              • 3




                                                Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                                – MindS1
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
                                                – De Novo
                                                2 days ago








                                              3




                                              3




                                              Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                              – MindS1
                                              2 days ago




                                              Wow you got it spot on. While this is definitely the most literally accurate answer, I decided to select a different response since this is a fairly uncommon usage of the word "way".
                                              – MindS1
                                              2 days ago




                                              1




                                              1




                                              @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
                                              – De Novo
                                              2 days ago




                                              @MindS1 That's the way I like to answer questions. Thanks! FYI, I really wouldn't call the usage uncommon. I expect you use the word that way fairly often. But, you're the OP, so you should do it your way.
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                                              This sounds like a company motto.




                                              2: a short expression of a guiding principle




                                              Posters like that in the workplace have also been called “motivators,” and parodies of them with cute pictures and sarcastic, nihilistic messages are “demotivators.”






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                                                It's too long to be a "motto".
                                                – 200_success
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                                              • @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago






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                                                No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago















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                                              This sounds like a company motto.




                                              2: a short expression of a guiding principle




                                              Posters like that in the workplace have also been called “motivators,” and parodies of them with cute pictures and sarcastic, nihilistic messages are “demotivators.”






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                                                It's too long to be a "motto".
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago













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                                              up vote
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                                              This sounds like a company motto.




                                              2: a short expression of a guiding principle




                                              Posters like that in the workplace have also been called “motivators,” and parodies of them with cute pictures and sarcastic, nihilistic messages are “demotivators.”






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                                              This sounds like a company motto.




                                              2: a short expression of a guiding principle




                                              Posters like that in the workplace have also been called “motivators,” and parodies of them with cute pictures and sarcastic, nihilistic messages are “demotivators.”







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                                              Davislor

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                                              • 2




                                                It's too long to be a "motto".
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago














                                              • 2




                                                It's too long to be a "motto".
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago






                                              • 1




                                                No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                                – 200_success
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago










                                              • @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                                – Davislor
                                                2 days ago








                                              2




                                              2




                                              It's too long to be a "motto".
                                              – 200_success
                                              2 days ago




                                              It's too long to be a "motto".
                                              – 200_success
                                              2 days ago












                                              @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago




                                              @200_success Maybe you’d call each line a motto, then.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago




                                              1




                                              1




                                              No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                              – 200_success
                                              2 days ago




                                              No. Each person or organization should have just one motto, and it should be short.
                                              – 200_success
                                              2 days ago












                                              @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago




                                              @200_success Organizations can have more than one motto.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago












                                              @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago




                                              @200_success For example, the Dominican Order has three.
                                              – Davislor
                                              2 days ago










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                                              My suggestions:



                                              "vow"





                                              1. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the
                                                rules of a religious order.

                                              2. A declaration or assertion.




                                              "oath"





                                              1. A solemn pledge or promise, [..] to attest to the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise

                                              2. A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.




                                              "pledge"





                                              1. A solemn promise to do something.




                                              or even "promise"





                                              1. (countable) an oath or affirmation; a vow




                                              wiktionary: pledge oath promise vow






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                                                My suggestions:



                                                "vow"





                                                1. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the
                                                  rules of a religious order.

                                                2. A declaration or assertion.




                                                "oath"





                                                1. A solemn pledge or promise, [..] to attest to the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise

                                                2. A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.




                                                "pledge"





                                                1. A solemn promise to do something.




                                                or even "promise"





                                                1. (countable) an oath or affirmation; a vow




                                                wiktionary: pledge oath promise vow






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                                                  up vote
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                                                  My suggestions:



                                                  "vow"





                                                  1. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the
                                                    rules of a religious order.

                                                  2. A declaration or assertion.




                                                  "oath"





                                                  1. A solemn pledge or promise, [..] to attest to the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise

                                                  2. A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.




                                                  "pledge"





                                                  1. A solemn promise to do something.




                                                  or even "promise"





                                                  1. (countable) an oath or affirmation; a vow




                                                  wiktionary: pledge oath promise vow






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                                                  My suggestions:



                                                  "vow"





                                                  1. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the
                                                    rules of a religious order.

                                                  2. A declaration or assertion.




                                                  "oath"





                                                  1. A solemn pledge or promise, [..] to attest to the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise

                                                  2. A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.




                                                  "pledge"





                                                  1. A solemn promise to do something.




                                                  or even "promise"





                                                  1. (countable) an oath or affirmation; a vow




                                                  wiktionary: pledge oath promise vow







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                                                      Another idea that comes to my mind posting as a separate answer to allow independent evaluation



                                                      All employees of your company, commit themselves to follow that rules.



                                                      Ergo, we can simply say that these are their commitments definition from www.vocabulary.com






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                                                        Another idea that comes to my mind posting as a separate answer to allow independent evaluation



                                                        All employees of your company, commit themselves to follow that rules.



                                                        Ergo, we can simply say that these are their commitments definition from www.vocabulary.com






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                                                          up vote
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                                                          Another idea that comes to my mind posting as a separate answer to allow independent evaluation



                                                          All employees of your company, commit themselves to follow that rules.



                                                          Ergo, we can simply say that these are their commitments definition from www.vocabulary.com






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                                                          Another idea that comes to my mind posting as a separate answer to allow independent evaluation



                                                          All employees of your company, commit themselves to follow that rules.



                                                          Ergo, we can simply say that these are their commitments definition from www.vocabulary.com







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                                                              This is called a Mission Statement. It's a set of goals and objectives the company tries to achieve.




                                                              A mission statement is a short statement of an organization's purpose, what its overall goal is, identifying the goal of its operations: what kind of product or service it provides, its primary customers or market, and its geographical region of operation. It may include a short statement of such fundamental matters as the organization's values or philosophies, a business's main competitive advantages, or a desired future state—the "vision".




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                                                                This is called a Mission Statement. It's a set of goals and objectives the company tries to achieve.




                                                                A mission statement is a short statement of an organization's purpose, what its overall goal is, identifying the goal of its operations: what kind of product or service it provides, its primary customers or market, and its geographical region of operation. It may include a short statement of such fundamental matters as the organization's values or philosophies, a business's main competitive advantages, or a desired future state—the "vision".




                                                                You can find out more about it here






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                                                                  This is called a Mission Statement. It's a set of goals and objectives the company tries to achieve.




                                                                  A mission statement is a short statement of an organization's purpose, what its overall goal is, identifying the goal of its operations: what kind of product or service it provides, its primary customers or market, and its geographical region of operation. It may include a short statement of such fundamental matters as the organization's values or philosophies, a business's main competitive advantages, or a desired future state—the "vision".




                                                                  You can find out more about it here






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                                                                  This is called a Mission Statement. It's a set of goals and objectives the company tries to achieve.




                                                                  A mission statement is a short statement of an organization's purpose, what its overall goal is, identifying the goal of its operations: what kind of product or service it provides, its primary customers or market, and its geographical region of operation. It may include a short statement of such fundamental matters as the organization's values or philosophies, a business's main competitive advantages, or a desired future state—the "vision".




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                                                                      The first thing I thought of was litany:





                                                                      1. A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.


                                                                      2. A tedious recital or repetitive series.





                                                                      Source: Oxford



                                                                      One of the things you didn't specify was how you felt about having to say all this stuff. "Litany" is a good sarcastic word to describe a tedious, pseudo-religious rectiation of empty formulae, something ridiculous that bosses make employees do just to demonstrate who's in charge.






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                                                                        The first thing I thought of was litany:





                                                                        1. A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.


                                                                        2. A tedious recital or repetitive series.





                                                                        Source: Oxford



                                                                        One of the things you didn't specify was how you felt about having to say all this stuff. "Litany" is a good sarcastic word to describe a tedious, pseudo-religious rectiation of empty formulae, something ridiculous that bosses make employees do just to demonstrate who's in charge.






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                                                                          up vote
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                                                                          The first thing I thought of was litany:





                                                                          1. A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.


                                                                          2. A tedious recital or repetitive series.





                                                                          Source: Oxford



                                                                          One of the things you didn't specify was how you felt about having to say all this stuff. "Litany" is a good sarcastic word to describe a tedious, pseudo-religious rectiation of empty formulae, something ridiculous that bosses make employees do just to demonstrate who's in charge.






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                                                                          The first thing I thought of was litany:





                                                                          1. A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.


                                                                          2. A tedious recital or repetitive series.





                                                                          Source: Oxford



                                                                          One of the things you didn't specify was how you felt about having to say all this stuff. "Litany" is a good sarcastic word to describe a tedious, pseudo-religious rectiation of empty formulae, something ridiculous that bosses make employees do just to demonstrate who's in charge.







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                                                                          Spencer

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                                                                              Wow, some of the words given are definitely very laden with connotation.



                                                                              The specific word most commonly used would be "Mission", or more commonly, "Mission Statement". "Core Values" or "Values Statement" are also common, but mission will be your best bet for a single word.



                                                                              I've worked for a lot of companies, from retail to corporate, offices to stores. While I might agree that at the time I worked for Best Buy (~1994) "manifesto" probably felt more accurate, no company would call it that, or vow, or affirmation (except possibly a strongly religious company, that I could see, but have no experience with). Creed and mantra make sense from a definition perspective, but I'd be shocked to learn of a company calling it that, also.






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                                                                                Wow, some of the words given are definitely very laden with connotation.



                                                                                The specific word most commonly used would be "Mission", or more commonly, "Mission Statement". "Core Values" or "Values Statement" are also common, but mission will be your best bet for a single word.



                                                                                I've worked for a lot of companies, from retail to corporate, offices to stores. While I might agree that at the time I worked for Best Buy (~1994) "manifesto" probably felt more accurate, no company would call it that, or vow, or affirmation (except possibly a strongly religious company, that I could see, but have no experience with). Creed and mantra make sense from a definition perspective, but I'd be shocked to learn of a company calling it that, also.






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                                                                                  up vote
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                                                                                  Wow, some of the words given are definitely very laden with connotation.



                                                                                  The specific word most commonly used would be "Mission", or more commonly, "Mission Statement". "Core Values" or "Values Statement" are also common, but mission will be your best bet for a single word.



                                                                                  I've worked for a lot of companies, from retail to corporate, offices to stores. While I might agree that at the time I worked for Best Buy (~1994) "manifesto" probably felt more accurate, no company would call it that, or vow, or affirmation (except possibly a strongly religious company, that I could see, but have no experience with). Creed and mantra make sense from a definition perspective, but I'd be shocked to learn of a company calling it that, also.






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                                                                                  Wow, some of the words given are definitely very laden with connotation.



                                                                                  The specific word most commonly used would be "Mission", or more commonly, "Mission Statement". "Core Values" or "Values Statement" are also common, but mission will be your best bet for a single word.



                                                                                  I've worked for a lot of companies, from retail to corporate, offices to stores. While I might agree that at the time I worked for Best Buy (~1994) "manifesto" probably felt more accurate, no company would call it that, or vow, or affirmation (except possibly a strongly religious company, that I could see, but have no experience with). Creed and mantra make sense from a definition perspective, but I'd be shocked to learn of a company calling it that, also.







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                                                                                      A mutual agreement between two or more persons to do or refrain from
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                                                                                              1. Leader reads one line out loud

                                                                                              2. Everyone reads that same line out loud together

                                                                                              3. Leader reads the next line out loud

                                                                                              4. Everyone together ... etc


                                                                                              Then I have heard it termed "Chinese School".



                                                                                              I don't have a reference for that, and it is not widespread.






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                                                                                                That could also be a "chant"
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                                                                                              If it is done in the following style:




                                                                                              1. Leader reads one line out loud

                                                                                              2. Everyone reads that same line out loud together

                                                                                              3. Leader reads the next line out loud

                                                                                              4. Everyone together ... etc


                                                                                              Then I have heard it termed "Chinese School".



                                                                                              I don't have a reference for that, and it is not widespread.






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                                                                                                That could also be a "chant"
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                                                                                              1. Leader reads one line out loud

                                                                                              2. Everyone reads that same line out loud together

                                                                                              3. Leader reads the next line out loud

                                                                                              4. Everyone together ... etc


                                                                                              Then I have heard it termed "Chinese School".



                                                                                              I don't have a reference for that, and it is not widespread.






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                                                                                              If it is done in the following style:




                                                                                              1. Leader reads one line out loud

                                                                                              2. Everyone reads that same line out loud together

                                                                                              3. Leader reads the next line out loud

                                                                                              4. Everyone together ... etc


                                                                                              Then I have heard it termed "Chinese School".



                                                                                              I don't have a reference for that, and it is not widespread.







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                                                                                                That could also be a "chant"
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                                                                                                That could also be a "chant"
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                                                                                              That could also be a "chant"
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                                                                                              This can be called the preamble.




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                                                                                              A preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction.







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                                                                                                This can be called the preamble.




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                                                                                                  This can be called the preamble.




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                                                                                                  A preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction.







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                                                                                                  This can be called the preamble.




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                                                                                                  A preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction.








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                                                                                                      The definition of mantra quoted above is that it is "repeated" or "expressed", thus an action and not the words themselves that would make it a mantra. It is not the thing you say but the action of saying or expressing them that delineates the mantra.



                                                                                                      The words that are determined or defined to be conveyed, make up the creed (or credo) of the business (in this case).



                                                                                                      The "thing" in my view is a creed (or credo). The act of reciting it, is performing a mantra.



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                                                                                                        The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
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                                                                                                      • I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                        – Allen
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                                                                                                      • @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
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                                                                                                      The definition of mantra quoted above is that it is "repeated" or "expressed", thus an action and not the words themselves that would make it a mantra. It is not the thing you say but the action of saying or expressing them that delineates the mantra.



                                                                                                      The words that are determined or defined to be conveyed, make up the creed (or credo) of the business (in this case).



                                                                                                      The "thing" in my view is a creed (or credo). The act of reciting it, is performing a mantra.



                                                                                                      I can't comment yet or I would have done that, so instead, I answer.






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                                                                                                        The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
                                                                                                        2 days ago










                                                                                                      • I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                        – Allen
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                                                                                                        Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
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                                                                                                        This does not provide an answer to the question. Once you have sufficient reputation you will be able to comment on any post; instead, provide answers that don't require clarification from the asker. - From Review
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                                                                                                      • @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
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                                                                                                      The definition of mantra quoted above is that it is "repeated" or "expressed", thus an action and not the words themselves that would make it a mantra. It is not the thing you say but the action of saying or expressing them that delineates the mantra.



                                                                                                      The words that are determined or defined to be conveyed, make up the creed (or credo) of the business (in this case).



                                                                                                      The "thing" in my view is a creed (or credo). The act of reciting it, is performing a mantra.



                                                                                                      I can't comment yet or I would have done that, so instead, I answer.






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                                                                                                      The definition of mantra quoted above is that it is "repeated" or "expressed", thus an action and not the words themselves that would make it a mantra. It is not the thing you say but the action of saying or expressing them that delineates the mantra.



                                                                                                      The words that are determined or defined to be conveyed, make up the creed (or credo) of the business (in this case).



                                                                                                      The "thing" in my view is a creed (or credo). The act of reciting it, is performing a mantra.



                                                                                                      I can't comment yet or I would have done that, so instead, I answer.







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                                                                                                        The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
                                                                                                        2 days ago










                                                                                                      • I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                        – Allen
                                                                                                        2 days ago








                                                                                                      • 2




                                                                                                        Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
                                                                                                        – Chappo
                                                                                                        2 days ago






                                                                                                      • 2




                                                                                                        This does not provide an answer to the question. Once you have sufficient reputation you will be able to comment on any post; instead, provide answers that don't require clarification from the asker. - From Review
                                                                                                        – Chappo
                                                                                                        2 days ago










                                                                                                      • @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
                                                                                                        yesterday














                                                                                                      • 1




                                                                                                        The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
                                                                                                        2 days ago










                                                                                                      • I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                        – Allen
                                                                                                        2 days ago








                                                                                                      • 2




                                                                                                        Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
                                                                                                        – Chappo
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                                                                                                        This does not provide an answer to the question. Once you have sufficient reputation you will be able to comment on any post; instead, provide answers that don't require clarification from the asker. - From Review
                                                                                                        – Chappo
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                                                                                                      • @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
                                                                                                        – jimm101
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                                                                                                      The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                      – jimm101
                                                                                                      2 days ago




                                                                                                      The definition in MW refers to mantra as a noun, and specifically as "a word or phrase". An act would be a verb.
                                                                                                      – jimm101
                                                                                                      2 days ago












                                                                                                      I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                      – Allen
                                                                                                      2 days ago






                                                                                                      I don't mean to imply that "mantra" is a verb. My point is that it is the act of reciting it which would make it a mantra. What is it before it is recited? If they stop reciting it each morning, is it still a mantra?
                                                                                                      – Allen
                                                                                                      2 days ago






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                                                                                                      Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
                                                                                                      – Chappo
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                                                                                                      Since credo has already been provided (and is currently the accepted and most popular answer), I'm not sure what the purpose of your own answer is, other than to provide a comment. The Answer Box is not intended for comments. Being able to post comments is a site privilege you have to earn.
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                                                                                                      This does not provide an answer to the question. Once you have sufficient reputation you will be able to comment on any post; instead, provide answers that don't require clarification from the asker. - From Review
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                                                                                                      This does not provide an answer to the question. Once you have sufficient reputation you will be able to comment on any post; instead, provide answers that don't require clarification from the asker. - From Review
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                                                                                                      @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
                                                                                                      – jimm101
                                                                                                      yesterday




                                                                                                      @Allen That clears it up, thanks. I don't think I agree though. If you're not reciting it, it's still a mantra: "a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone's basic beliefs". Parse the 2nd "or" clause and you get "a word or phrase that is repeated often" or "a word or phrase that expresses someone's basic beliefs". So I don't see where recitation is required.
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