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Organizational culture is the collection of shared principles, conventions, and values that guides an organization. It might be an efficient method for influencing decisions and changing behavior. It can, however, also lead to conflict and division if it is not properly managed. Photo by Kaleidico on Unsplash Here are the nine biggest threats to a good organizational culture, listed below: 1. Lack of clarity about the organization's purpose and values Everyone within an organization should understand its goals and core principles. It can be challenging to establish a cohesive culture if there is ambiguity regarding the organization's core values. Instead of pursuing the greater good, employees might find themselves pursuing their own agendas. The organization's purpose and values must be understood by all members of the team. Confusion can create a divided culture where workers are more likely to look out for themselves rather than cooperating for the benefit of the compan...

Any business can use organizational culture as a powerful tool. It may specify how staff members communicate with one another and with clients, how they reach decisions, and how they cooperate to accomplish objectives. Gaining a competitive edge and fostering employee engagement can both be achieved with a strong organizational culture. However, culture is frequently disregarded or misunderstood, which can make developing and preserving it difficult. A Business Meeting When faced with challenges related to organizational culture, the first step is to identify the source of the problem. Common issues include a lack of clarity around what the company’s values are or should be; difficulty getting employees to buy-in or live up those values; silos between departments or divisions; and inconsistency in how leaders behave versus what they say.  Once the root causes have been identified, there are several steps that companies can take to overcome these challenges: 1. Define core values...