Once Established, Company Cultures Can Be Perpetuated by

question 9

Multiple Choice

Once established, company cultures can be perpetuated by

• A)relying on word-of-mouth indoctrination and the power of tradition to instill the culture's fundamentals, as well as frequent reiteration of core values by senior managers and group members, and regular ceremonies honoring members who display desired cultural behaviors.
• B)avoiding frequent or dramatic reorganizations that could disturb existing relationships and networking among departments and company personnel.
• C)making adherence to cultural beliefs and cultural norms the defining features of the company's strategic vision.
• D)rewarding departments that observe cultural norms with above-average budget increases and penalizing those who don't with budget cuts.
• E)making cultural values and beliefs the centerpiece of the company's competitive strategy.

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Definitions:

Higher Needs

In Maslow's hierarchy, refers to the more complex emotional or psychological desires such as esteem, respect, and self-actualization.

Psychoanalysis

A therapeutic approach founded by Sigmund Freud that aims to explore the unconscious mind to understand and treat psychological disorders, emphasizing early childhood experiences and the role of the unconscious.

Group Therapy

A form of psychotherapy where one or more therapists treat a small group of clients together, exploring shared issues and dynamics.

Operant Behavior

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, emphasizing the effects of external stimuli on behavior.