An individual's personal, organizational, and cultural values ​​are the foundation of his or her personal and professional decision-making cycle. These values ​​form the core of that individual's moral fabric, and his or her actions and decisions are based on those beliefs. Shalom H. Schwartz defined values ​​as “conceptions of the desirable that guide how social actors (e.g., organizational leaders, politicians, individuals) select actions, evaluate people and events, and explain their actions and evaluations” (Schwartz , 1999, pp. 24-25). Because values ​​guide how individuals select actions, this document will illustrate how my personal, organizational, and cultural values ​​influence my decision making. Personal values ​​Personally, I consider numerous values ​​to be essential, in particular respect, responsibility and honesty. These values ​​routinely influence my decision making in my personal life. I believe individuals should live by the golden rule: “treat others as you want them to treat you” (Luke, p. 6:31). I incorporate this simple advice into every decision I make both personally and professionally. By asking myself such a simple question, I am able to make a better decision because using the golden rule gives me respect for myself and others in my decisions. The value of responsibility strongly influences my decision making as a husband. In addition to being responsible for my actions, I am also responsible for my family. Making an irresponsible decision can damage the trust that is the foundation of my marriage. In my job as an army officer I have to make responsible decisions. I have a responsibility to my nation, soldiers and their families to make good decisions. Imperfect and irresponsible decisions in my profession could result in death… middle of paper… leadership in a global environment for today and tomorrow. References Ahmed, M.M., Chung, K.Y. & Eichenseher, J.W. (2003). Business students' perceptions of ethics and moral judgment: A cross-cultural study. Journal of Business Ethics, 43(1/2), 89-102. Retrieved May 12, 2005, from ProQuest database. Fritzsche, D. J. (1995). Personal values: Potential keys to ethical decision making. Journal of Business Ethics, 14(11), 909. Retrieved May 12, 2005, from the ProQuest database. Headquarters, Department of the Army. (1999). Field Manual 22-100: Army Leadership. Washington, DC: US ​​Army.Luke. Holy Bible: The Living Bible, paraphrased. (1976). Wheaton, IL.: Tyndale House.Schwartz, S. H. (1999). A theory of cultural values ​​and some implications for work. Applied Psychology: An International Review, 48(1), 24-25. Retrieved May 12, 2005, from EBSCOhost database