The document discusses the importance of having a vision or goal to provide direction. It states that without a vision, people and organizations can spend their time running around without accomplishing anything, like scoring a goal. Having a clear vision is important for soldiers, buildings, lost children, schools, companies, political parties, and other organizations. The document suggests thinking about the type of person you want to be, the people you want around you, what you want to do, what makes you stand out, and what impact you want to make as part of developing a vision for the future.