1. What is corporate culture? Compare and contrast the companies described in this case in terms of their corporate cultures.
2. Can the CEO of a company really influence the culture of an organization in a substantial way?
3. Consider the following statement: The idea that a culture clash is important is overstated. People generally are so focused on doing their own jobs that abstract issues like "culture" don't influence their specific behavior very much. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Defend your answer.