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:

Monitor

A device or individual that observes, checks, and keeps a continuous record of a process or situation.

Appropriate Action

The decision or behavior deemed suitable for a specific situation or context, especially relating to leadership or management.

Organizational Culture

The set of shared values, beliefs, behaviours, and norms that define an organization, influencing how people interact and work together.

Authoritarian Decision Making

A leadership approach where decisions are made unilaterally by those in power, with little to no input from subordinates.