Clarifying organizational values - Mike Woodcock

A house built on weak foundations will not endure; neither will an organization unsure of its values. The authors of this challenging new book argue that successful managers subscribe to a similar set of beliefs and that these need to be reflected in the values of their organizations. - - The book is based on a four-year programme of interviews, observation and 'measurement' involving hundreds of managers and using a unique values questionnaire which is reproduced in the text. The result is a structured framework which enables managers to clarify the values of their own organization and compare these with those of successful organizations. - - It goes on to show how the necessary action can be taken to align organizational values and managerial behaviour. - - The authors' 'workbook' approach will appeal to all senior managers and personnel or training specialists who are looking for ways to move from puzzled concern to performance-improving action.