A carefully conceived and well written mission statement can serve as a beacon to the world, letting everyone know what your business stands for. When crafting or updating yours, clearly define your target audience. It no doubt starts with customers, but may also include employees, investors and your local community. Watch the length: A long mission statement may be confusing while a brief one could be overly vague. Also, write in a relatable tone, crafting a distinctive, enduring message that differentiates you from the competition. Let us know how we can help.


Author: Jeff Lucke
Jeff Lucke, CPA, is the founder of Lucke & Associates, with an entrepreneurial background. Jeff has had ownership interests in businesses within several industries including automotive, construction, healthcare, telecommunications, and restaurants, as well as being active in real estate. As an owner of a growing CPA firm and other businesses, he has gained unique insights into the challenges and issues that face other growing businesses that most other CPAs do not have. This kind of knowledge ultimately benefits every one of the firm’s clients. He is very involved with clients and becomes deeply involved in their businesses and helping them succeed. Jeff is a graduate of the University of Nebraska and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting; his professional affiliations include the AICPA and KSCPA. Jeff currently serves a board member for his community on the Construction Financial Managers Association, the American Diabetes Association, and Big Brothers Big Sisters.