
Mission & Vision: What’s the Difference?
Previously, we discussed the importance of vision and mission statements in creating a business plan. Both are important to the success of a growing business, so it’s important to understand the difference between these two similar concepts, and why both are vital to the health and development of a business. Mission and vision statements are both related to an organization’s purpose and aspirations, typically summed in short written statements. But while many people use the terms interchangeably, mission and vision statements have different objectives. A vision statement explains why a company exists and what purpose it serves. A mission statement explains how the company does what it does. As such, a mission statement usually features a brief explanation of the organization’s daily operations and immediate objectives. In contrast, a vision…