Organizational Culture
Just like individuals, organizations have their own personalities, known as organizational cultures. Organizational culture: a system of shared assumptions, values, and beliefs that show employees what is appropriate and inappropriate behavior. These values have a strong influence on employee behavior as well as organizational performance. Individuals tend to become more aware of their organization’s culture when they have the opportunity to compare it to other organizations. T he first organization you worked It was a place where employees dressed formally. It was completely inappropriate to question your boss in a meeting. It was important to check your e-mail at night as well as during weekends or else you would face questions on Monday about where you were and whether you were sick. A second organization you worked : It was a place where employees dress more casually. You are encouraged to raise issues and question your boss or peers, even in front of clients. It...