8. Organizational cultures

What is organizational culture?

The word 'culture' comes from the Latin word 'colere,' which means to care for or cultivate anything. Simply said, organizational culture refers to how a company's leadership looks after its business, stakeholders, and employees. Employees and leaders' consistent organizational practices are referred to as culture (norms).

Organizational culture aids in the attainment of a company's strategic objectives, attracts the best people, and makes those who don't fit stand out. Customers and key stakeholders are also targeted. Organizational culture frequently reflects the organization's underlying values and is a direct reflection of its leadership.

The culture can be seen in how decisions are made – whether top-down or bottom-up – and whether employees are comfortable expressing their own opinions and feelings without fear of being dismissed. It manifests itself in the company's benefit schemes and whether or not employees are recognized and rewarded for their achievements.

How do you pick the best organizational culture for your company

To determine the most appropriate culture, think about your organization's goals, your team's working methods, and the changes your company is going through. Regardless of the organizational culture you pick, providing a great employee experience and being adaptable have become increasingly important in today's labor market.


References

AIHR. (2021). 12 Types of Organizational Culture and HR’s Role in Shaping It - AIHR. [online] Available at: https://www.aihr.com/blog/types-of-organizational-culture/ [Accessed 15 Dec. 2021].

Comments

  1. Anuruddha ShanakaDecember 11, 2021 at 10:52 AM

    Company culture has a major influence on employee behavior and turnover, with potential effects on productivity, growth, and overall performance.
    The culture creates the environment in the organization and influences the nature of the long-term plans that move the organization toward its vision.

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  2. Chinthaka KiulgallaDecember 16, 2021 at 7:38 AM

    Nice explanation. Good work

    ReplyDelete
  3. Lasath KarunanayakeDecember 17, 2021 at 8:58 AM

    Culture is one of vital factors in a organization to be more focused in achieving its objectives

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  4. Kaushali HerathDecember 17, 2021 at 9:11 PM

    Cultures give us a clear guideline for finding potential employees who will be a good fit. When companies hire people, who are more likely to thrive in those environments, they significantly increase their odds of success.

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