Living Our Values

Values are essential in shaping our character and behavior, providing a guiding light for our actions and interactions with others. My values are my compass, guiding how I approach opportunities and challenges and support my family, work, and community.? Working at KPMG-US has brought me great joy, as I have found an employer whose values resonate with my own and allow me to surround myself with others who share the same principles.?

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This week, KPMG is celebrating Global Values Week—an event providing the firm with the opportunity to deepen the collective understanding of Our Values and how these values inform our culture. As we celebrate, I find myself leaning into our value, “Together.”? Together means that we respect each other and draw strength from our differences; it means I and my colleagues can contribute in a unique way given our distinctive skills, knowledge and experiences.?

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One of the reasons that Together resonates so deeply is because of its alignment with the concept of Shared Value (see Pro Bono Services - A Shared Value Approach), which has also been top of mind. By coupling the value of Together with a shared value approach to doing business, we can leverage unique skills and experiences for the betterment of our business and society.? This allows the firm to place focus on purpose and outcomes while still producing a healthy bottom line.??

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For me, both concepts speak to the significance of a healthy and thriving work environment that supports the individual, the firm, and the community. Investing in the physical and mental health of our workforce can drive productivity within companies, bring joy to the lives of employees, and even create a positive impact on the economy.?

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As we enter into the new fiscal year at KPMG, I will continue reflecting on our values and consider new ways of embodying them within my work. I look forward to demonstrating my commitment to our value, Together, by strengthening and drawing strength, from those around me.??