Myths About Workplace Culture and Values
Workplace culture and values are frequently misunderstood.
Here are some common myths worth questioning.
Everyone in a good workplace must have the same values
People can have different personal values and still collaborate effectively.
Company values are whatever appears on the website
Written values may not perfectly represent lived workplace behaviour.
Culture is created only by HR
Leadership and everyday employee behaviour also shape culture.
Values mismatch always means someone should resign
Some differences can be discussed, negotiated or managed.
A high salary eliminates values problems
Compensation cannot necessarily compensate for serious ethical or cultural conflict.
Culture fit means hiring people who are all alike
Healthy teams can benefit from different perspectives, strengths and backgrounds.
Workplace values never change
Organizations evolve, especially as leadership, strategy and workforce composition change.
Managers do not affect organizational values
Employees often experience organizational values through their managers.
Values are only relevant during recruitment
Values also matter throughout employment, development, leadership and retention.
Values are abstract and have no practical effect
Values can influence everyday decisions, relationships, motivation and workplace experience.
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