Do you have a personal or professional mission statement?

Think of your professional mission statement as an abbreviated elevator pitch that highlights who you are, where you come from, why you are here, and where you are going. For insights on how to go about this, examine Fidelity's mission statement, "We Are Fidelity. Since Fidelity's founding in 1946, our focus has been on strengthening and securing our clients' financial well-being through exceptional service and innovative solutions." Use this opportunity to highlight what makes you unique professionally and what motivates your work.