My morale is highest when:

• I am making a difference for an organization that is making a difference
• I feel valued and appreciated; my contribution is recognized
• There are reasons to be optimistic about the organization’s direction  
• I enjoy my co-workers
• The work environment is fun
• I feel like I’m part of a team and that everyone is pulling in the same direction
• I’m proud to tell people who I work for
• There is a sense of urgency in the mission, but still a relaxed work atmosphere
• There is confidence in the leaders in terms of integrity, vision and execution
• There is shared ownership of the mission