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4 Phrases That Build a Culture of Curiosity

Harvard Business

Curiosity is a powerful practice to infuse into a company’s culture. But managers often limit their definition of curiosity to simply a way to get information. Curiosity, though, can be a more expansive practice — it is a force for connection. But they need to do so intentionally.

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6 Organizational Culture Change Strategies

Organizational Talent Consulting

Just as no one is perfect, no organization is perfect, and no organizational culture is perfect. There are many different definitions for leadership, but most would agree it is about influence. There are many different definitions for leadership, but most would agree it is about influence. What is Organizational Culture?

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Culture in Companies, Families, and Romantic Relationships

CaseInterview.com

At Stanford, the one class I disliked the most was called “Cultures, Ideas and Values.” I’ve been thinking a lot about culture lately and how much it pervades so many aspects of human life. Let me define what I mean by culture first (as my definition is more narrow than those of my former professors).

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A Contrarian’s Perspective on Agile Mindset, Behaviors, Culture

Johanna Rothman

Our culture defines our environment. Define Mindset, Behaviors, Culture. We need behaviors if we want an agile culture. The culture is a combination of: How people treat each other. The culture is a combination of: How people treat each other. When we create and refine a culture, we create an environment.

Agile 101
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Healthy Organizational Cultures Focus on Humanity and Connection (Not Your Whole Self)

Johanna Rothman

You might have heard about the Basecamp culture changes last week. I’m sure you heard about Google’s culture problems several years ago. These problems are issues of culture: specifically what we can and cannot discuss. Definitely, the “best” kind of coffee or tea. These conversations definitely do not promote teamwork.

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Mergers & Acquisitions: The Importance of Creating a Shared Culture

Organizational Talent Consulting

Culture is acutely critical during notable changes, such as M&As, which offer an opportunity for a renewed start on culture. When two organizations combine through mergers and acquisitions for economic reasons, it is doubtful that the two cultures will remain precisely the same.

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Transformational Leadership: Changing Culture to Fuel Financial Success

Organizational Talent Consulting

An Examination of the Importance of Leadership Behaviors and Attributes on Shaping Culture Executive Summary Organizational culture is a critical factor in financially successful companies. But culture change is often overwhelming and elusive. Section three focuses on proven approaches to architect organizational culture.

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