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PMAL203: Organizational Behaviour and Management Shilpa Student Id: 249619910 Section: 2AA Professor: Shraddha Stephen Wilfred
1. How would you describe the characteristics of culture at Patagonia? Which characteristics are more visibly dominant and why? Organizational Culture at Patagonia Characteristics of Culture at Patagonia 1. Environmental Integration: Outdoor Activities: Joy Howard, a marketing professional, is one of the new personnel who is encouraged to participate in outdoor activities including fly fishing, surfing, and rock climbing. This approach unites staff members with the company's basic principles and helps them blend in with the natural world. Organic Café and Healthy Lifestyle : By serving locally grown food and promoting a culture of environmental responsibility and health consciousness, the on-site organic café promotes healthy living. 2. Work-Life Balance and Flexibility Scheduling: Flexible Hours : The organization supports its employees' desire for personal well-being and work-life balance by encouraging them to take time off for outdoor activities. grown food and fostering a climate of environmental responsibility and health awareness. Employee Discount Program : This initiative blends personal and professional interests by encouraging employees to try on activewear in authentic outdoor environments. 3. Strong Value Alignment: Core values: Patagonia's way of life emphatically mirrors its ecological and moral qualities. Workers that share these beliefs enjoy a rewarding and encouraging work environment. Dominant Characteristics: Environmental and Health Orientation: It is evident and fundamental to Patagonian culture that outdoor recreation and organic food are valued highly. In addition to being benefits, these policies are essential to the company's identity and encourage a way of life consistent with its goals. Work-Life Balance and Flexibility Scheduling: One prominent feature that clearly supports workers' personal life and wellbeing is the ability to work flexible hours. This adaptability is an obvious indication that the business values a healthy lifestyle. 2. What would be the dysfunctional aspects of organizational culture at Patagonia? Dysfunctional Aspects of Organizational Culture at Patagonia
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