Organizational Culture

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organizational culture

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A system of shared meaning held by members that distinguishes the organization from other organizations.

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dominant culture

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A culture that expresses the core values that are shared by a majority of the organization's members.

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core values

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The primary or dominant values that are accepted throughout the organization.

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subcultures

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Minicultures within an organization, typically defined by department designations and geographical separation.

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strong culture

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A culture in which the core values are intensely held and widely shared.

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organizational climate

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The shared perceptions organizational members have about their organization and work environment.

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institutionalization

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A condition that occurs when an organization takes on a life of its own, apart from any of its members, and acquires immortality.

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prearrival stage

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The period of learning in the socialization process that occurs before a new employee joins the organization.

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encounter stage

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The stage in the socialization process in which a new employee sees what the organization is really like and confronts the possibility that expectations and reality may diverge.

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metamorphosis stage

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The stage in the socialization process in which a new employee changes and adjusts to the job, work group, and organization.

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material symbols

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What conveys to employees who is important, the degree of egalitarianism top management desires, and the kinds of behavior that are appropriate.

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positive organizational culture

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A culture that emphasizes building on employee strengths, rewards more than punishes, and emphasizes individual vitality and growth.