subject: Culture Fit [print this page] There is recognition that a clear promise, code of conduct or charter, and accompanying message to markets and the broader community is critical for organizations of all persuasions, and only the leaders and their employees can bring this to life. Savvy leaders and organisations will not just talk the talk'; they will walk the talk' and show the way forward.
In the words of one Senior Leader, "Don't ask me what I value and stand for; ask the people who work for me. They'll tell you what I really stand for and then you'll know if I am true to my word." In fact, we can take this one step further. In this increasingly transparent world, we can witness for ourselves what the leaders of businesses, political parties, communities, and other organizations stand for plain and simple.
Making your philosophy, values, team charter and steps for action crystal clear for everyone to witness will be key when recruiting, training, managing, and leading teams and when we engage with our customers and communities. Being transparent, honest and engaging in real conversations will need to be top of mind. Make no bones about it, whether you know it or not and whether you like it or not, you and your organisation are on show like never before and employees, customers and communities alike are asking these questions on a daily basis. They are checking for culture fit'.
