ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE.docx

**[ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE]** This is the set of values, believes systems, attitudes and rules that outline and influence employee behaviour within an organization. The culture reflects how employees, customers, and stakeholders relate to the organization and its brand. Culture is created over time...

**[ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE]** This is the set of values, believes systems, attitudes and rules that outline and influence employee behaviour within an organization. The culture reflects how employees, customers, and stakeholders relate to the organization and its brand. Culture is created over time through consistent and authentic behaviours. **Qualities of organizational culture** 1\. **Alignment** -- Objectives and employees' motivations are all pulling in the same direction 2\. **Application** -- this is when all team members frequently provide recognition and thanks for the contribution of others 3\. **Trust** -- Team members can rely on others for their support 4\. **Performance** -- A culture where team members motivate each other towards profitability and productivity 5\. **Resilience** -- in a dynamic environment, change is continuous and organizations have to adopt to this. 6\. **Team Work** -- Collaboration, communication and respect for each other will get more done in the organization 7\. **Integrity** -- Honesty and integrity are critical components of a culture 8\. **Innovation** -- This leads organizations to get the most out of technologies, resources and markets 9\. **Safety** -- Provides the support employees need to take risks and provide hones feedback in safer environments **5 Elements of Organizational Culture** 1\. ***Recognition*** -- Team feels supported and part of the organization with appreciation for every team member's efforts. 2\. ***Values*** -- Organizational values influence the daily decisions made. 3\. ***Employee voice*** -- Employees are able to freely express their true thoughts. Encouraged and accept feedback from employees 4\. ***Leadership*** -- Leadership reflects on the success of the business. Employees do not leave companies, they leave managers. Leaders should be role models in all areas 5\. ***Belonging*** -- A sense of belonging is the foundation of any great culture **Types of Organizational Culture** 1**. Clan Culture** -- Emphasizes collaboration across teams and horizontal structure 2\. **Adhocracy Culture** -- Allows individuals to share ideas and encourage the company to take risks 3\. **Market Culture** -- Focusses on financial success and how each employee contributes to revenue 4\. **Hierarchy Culture** -- Emphasizes career paths and provides clear managerial processes Organizational culture influences the success of the company, directly affecting the sort of employees the company attracts and those that remain