Edgar Schein's theory defines culture through three levels: artifacts, espoused values, and basic assumptions that shape how organizations truly operate.

His theory observes how each organizational culture can motivate employees by providing distinct standards, behaviors and values that must be upheld. Over time, and when properly managed, these ...

Organizational theory might not sound like the most thrilling topic, but it's been around for ages. Think of it as the instruction manual for understanding how organizations work. It's like solving a ...

In building a coaching culture in organizations, it takes a whole-of-system approach to build and sustain a thriving culture. Coming from an Asian perspective, I often tell leaders that “leaders ought ...

Broadly defined, culture refers to the invisible belief systems, values, and norms that guide individuals’ behavior. 1 An organization’s culture, therefore, encompasses the shared values, beliefs, and ...

“It didn’t take me long to realize that my new company had a toxic organizational culture. Everyone only looked out for themselves, and tried to sabotage everyone else” — newly hired program manager ...

Frequently we frame cultural change in organizations as a necessary return to normalcy, discipline, and structure. A call to arms of what “right” looks like; it frequently pits new ways of thinking ...