Question

why is it that each person interprets ideas very differently how does that happen when reading mission and vision statements

Answer 1

Interpretation by each person of ideas depends upon the learning the person receives through its environment and social structure and it builds the attitude of the person. Now, the person’s approach towards the ideas are divided into three part of the analysis. The first part is cognitive component where the person starts thinking on the basis of beliefs, values and learning on the basis of cultural and social environment. The second component is emotional component that analyze the ideas and build a perception about the idea on the basis of what the person learns on the basis of beliefs and values. The third component is a behavioral component where the person takes action and interprets the ideas. Since all these three components vary differently among the different person, then the interpretation comes differently.
When people read vision and mission statement, then they start associating themselves with the organization and its goals inherited in the statement. The goals are analyzed on the basis of three components and interpreted differently. A person with good learning and society of high moral, will get motivated to work more efficiently to achieve organizational goals. Accordingly, they improve their work rate and bring a higher engagement level. Though, some people with disturbing environment and cultural scenario, will try to find excuses and escape from the responsibilities that lead to the achievement of organizational goals.