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Organizational Culture




A system of shared assumptions, values, and beliefs that governs how people behave in organizations. It can impact employee performance, job satisfaction, and the ability to attract and retain talent.




Strong vs. Weak Cultures




Reflects the intensity and integration of cultural values. Strong cultures can lead to high employee alignment and performance; weak cultures may result in ambivalence and inconsistency in behavior.




Cultural Artifacts




The physical and visible aspects of an organization's culture, including its language, rituals, and symbols. They can influence employees' understanding of the organization, thereby shaping their behaviors.




Subcultures in Organizations




Groups within an organization that have their own distinct cultures. These can either enhance the main culture or create conflicts, affecting organizational coherence and performance.




Organizational Climate




The shared perceptions and attitudes about the organization. It can influence employees' motivation and well-being, affecting overall productivity and organizational effectiveness.




Autocratic vs. Democratic Leadership Climate




The style of leadership that influences organizational climate. Autocratic climates may result in efficiency but low employee morale, while democratic climates foster engagement but can slow decision-making.




Change Management Climate




The receptiveness of an organization to change and how it is managed. Positive climates facilitate smooth transitions and can keep an organization adaptable to changing markets and technologies.




Cultural Dimensions




The parameters that define an organization's culture such as power distance, uncertainty avoidance, and individualism. Understanding these helps in managing cross-cultural teams and conflicts.




Service Climate




A specific aspect of an organization's climate that focuses on customer service quality. High service climate is associated with better customer satisfaction and loyalty.




Cross-Cultural Competency




The ability of an organization to operate effectively across different cultural contexts. It can help in global expansion and interaction with diverse customers and employees.




Employee Engagement Climate




The extent to which employees feel passionate about their work and are committed to the organization. High engagement climates typically correlate with higher productivity and reduced turnover.




Innovation Culture and Climate




A work environment that encourages creativity and risk-taking. Promotes research and development, leading to competitive advantage and growth.




Learning Organization




Organizations that actively cultivate the continuous learning and development of their employees. Encourages adaptation and innovation, keeping the organization competitive.




Safety Climate




The shared perceptions within an organization regarding the importance of safety. A positive safety climate often results in lower accident rates and a healthier work environment.




Organizational Identity




The collective understanding of an organization's distinctive characteristics. It affects employee alignment with the organization's goals, and attracts stakeholders who resonate with its identity.




Psychological Safety




The belief that one can speak up without risk of punishment or humiliation. Encourages open communication, error reporting, and innovation, influencing an organization's learning capacity.




Organizational Socialization




The process by which new employees learn the attitudes, knowledge, skills, and behaviors required to function effectively within an organization. Poor socialization can lead to high turnover and inefficiency.




Climate for Ethical Conduct




The extent to which an organization prioritizes ethical behavior among its employees. It can impact the incidence of unethical behavior and affect the organization's reputation and reliability.




Diversity and Inclusion Climate




An organizational environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and actively seeks to include them in all aspects of its operations. It can increase problem-solving capacity and employee satisfaction.




Organizational Commitment




The psychological attachment employees feel towards their organization. High commitment is associated with lower absenteeism and turnover, and better performance.
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