One of the critical questions posed by both clients and candidates in local and international executive searches is the importance of cultural fit. So what is a great culture? And what collective things need to be happening in a business or organisation to make it a great place to be or a place to leave? A recent study by Cranfield University in 19 countries and including 12,000 plus Organisations revealed that over 35 % of top teams had no shared Vision, and 66% of top teams had inhibited dialogue between themselves!
What elements of culture have inspired you in your career or conversely, have filled you with despair or disillusionment. Who is responsible for culture and who owns it? What are your thoughts and experiences in this area?
Philip Crenigan – Director
DeJager and Associates
Hear from Philip
He will be presenting ‘Developing a culture that maximises employee potential – a how to guide’ (Session J4) at CPA Australia’s Queensland CPA Congress on 17th October 2008.
For me a “can do” culture is one that I have always enjoyed. One that is willing to take a leap of faith and make things happen, rather than one that wait for thing to happen to them. Organisational Culture is the driving force is all companies. You need to get this right if you are to be successful……………. but getting it right is the hard part.
Thanks for your comments Anthony and we will explore the how in the conference session. There are a number of key things that are in place in great companies but the denominator will always be leafership.
Regards
Philip
or even leadership !!