Reality Vs. Myth: Debunking Pseudo Components Of Culture
Reality vs Myth: debunking pseudo components of culture
The workforce is full of many talented individuals-- all possessing unique traits that when harnessed properly, creates an incredible organization. While most people have a positive outlook on workplace culture, negative experiences can shape the way a person thinks about the components of culture. Because of these previous experiences, leaders have to be adept at creating a readily identifiable culture to soothe the naysayers. Need a quick refresher course on CultureIQ’s 10 Components of Culture? Check out these common mis-associations about culture and how you can explain it to your team.
Myth: Jargon
Reality: Innovation-- Daring to see a vision that deviates from the norm is exciting yet challenging. To someone coming from a less than stellar …show more content…
After all, if you work for a company, wouldn’t you want to support its success? Caring about your company and promoting impact are great ways to display the component of culture in the office. It also shows everyone that you’re down for the cause.
Myth: Flattery
Reality: Mission and value alignment-- The best thing about smart hires is that they are eager about the organization and what it stands for. Keep in mind that happy workplaces are still relatively new, so have a little patience for your peers who are new to great workplace culture.
Myth: Scapegoat
Reality: Responsibility-- It’s tough owning up to your shortcomings, but it’s a major component of workplace culture. Be sure to not mistake accountability for the ‘blame game’ mentality. Think of it this way, if you own your results, you really shouldn’t be worried.
Myth: Scattered
Reality: Agile-- Today’s forward thinking companies have to pivot at a whim. Employees that embrace the change are able to learn how to stay on their toes while thinking on their feet.
Myth:
The workforce is full of many talented individuals-- all possessing unique traits that when harnessed properly, creates an incredible organization. While most people have a positive outlook on workplace culture, negative experiences can shape the way a person thinks about the components of culture. Because of these previous experiences, leaders have to be adept at creating a readily identifiable culture to soothe the naysayers. Need a quick refresher course on CultureIQ’s 10 Components of Culture? Check out these common mis-associations about culture and how you can explain it to your team.
Myth: Jargon
Reality: Innovation-- Daring to see a vision that deviates from the norm is exciting yet challenging. To someone coming from a less than stellar …show more content…
After all, if you work for a company, wouldn’t you want to support its success? Caring about your company and promoting impact are great ways to display the component of culture in the office. It also shows everyone that you’re down for the cause.
Myth: Flattery
Reality: Mission and value alignment-- The best thing about smart hires is that they are eager about the organization and what it stands for. Keep in mind that happy workplaces are still relatively new, so have a little patience for your peers who are new to great workplace culture.
Myth: Scapegoat
Reality: Responsibility-- It’s tough owning up to your shortcomings, but it’s a major component of workplace culture. Be sure to not mistake accountability for the ‘blame game’ mentality. Think of it this way, if you own your results, you really shouldn’t be worried.
Myth: Scattered
Reality: Agile-- Today’s forward thinking companies have to pivot at a whim. Employees that embrace the change are able to learn how to stay on their toes while thinking on their feet.
Myth: