A well-written manifesto will give its reader a clearer understanding of its author or their intentions. It can also describe the goal of a project or its importance to its creator or their business endeavors.

Manifestos can be descriptive and complex or simple and succinct. To embark on a simple version, try responding to the following three statements:

• I love _____________.
  
  
• I believe ___________.
  
  
• I am committed to ______________.
  
  

A more extensive manifesto could include responses to statements such as:

• My goal is to _____________.
  
  
• I want to live in a world where ____________.
  
  
• The three characteristics I most value in people are ______, ______ and
  _________.

• I am deeply moved by __________.
  
  
• In my ideal world, _________ would be in charge.
  
  
• One day, I hope to __________.
  
  
• I commit to being responsible for ________.
  
  

If a company is to create a manifesto, it’s wise for it to be written in a collaborative manner so it can express a unified vision. Hanging the manifesto in a common area is a great way for reinforcing the message you and your staff worked on together. That can be great for company morale since it serves as a tangible reminder of the values, goals and ethics espoused by all members of the team.

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Tami Kamin Meyer is an Ohio attorney and writer who tweets as @girlwithapen.