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The importance of Organizational Culture

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  Organizational Culture Figure 1 : Culture Alignment Framework The term "organizational culture" refers to the beliefs, expectations, and mission of a business that shape the conduct of its workers. Leaders shape employees' attitudes and behaviors by communicating these principles in a variety of ways. Organizational goals and corporate culture are related even if they are separate concepts. Organizational goals are strategic targets that management sets in order to direct workers and accomplish desired results; they necessitate a well-defined plan for selection and achievement. Organizational culture's personal beliefs, values, and interests have a big impact on how successful a business is. A strong organizational culture incorporates the opinions and ideas of its staff, creating a welcoming and united atmosphere. “Culture is how organizations ‘do things’.” — Robbie Katanga   Characteristics of Organizational Culture Figure 2 :  Common characteristics K...

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

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    Figure 1: Diversity & Inclusion   A diverse workplace is  an inclusive environment that provides equal rights and opportunities for all workers , regardless of gender, colour, age, ethnicity, physical ability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and so on.   What exactly are diversity and inclusion Diversity includes all of the distinctive characteristics that set people apart, going beyond obvious characteristics like gender and color to include things like education, financial status, sexual orientation, and more. A diverse team fosters creativity and innovation by bringing together people with a range of experiences, viewpoints, and skill sets. It is not only ethically correct but also strategically profitable to value and acknowledge variety, since it fosters a dynamic and productive work atmosphere.   The deliberate, proactive work of making sure that people from all backgrounds are not only present, but also appreciated, empowere...

Learning and Development

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  , Figure 1:Training, Learning, Development, And Education   Distinguish Between Training, Learning, Development, And Education In the context of human development and skill enhancement, training, learning, development, and education are related ideas, but they differ in their methods, scope, and focus. Below is a concise definition for each phrase.   Training : Training is teaching, or developing in oneself or others, any skills and knowledge or fitness that relate to specific useful competencies. Training has specific goals of improving one's capability, capacity, productivity and performance. Henderson, (2017). ‘A set of planned activities on the part of an organization to increase job knowledge and skills, or to modify attitudes and social behaviour, to achieve specific ends which are related to a particular job or role’ Manpower Services Commission (MSC), U.K., 1981: 62). ‘learning experience to achieve effective performance in any activity or ra...