What Is Your Cultural Preference? Question Content Area INTRODUCTION: Each organization has its own set of values that have worth, merit, and importance for the organization. These values determine the type of culture that the organization has. It is important as a manager to understand what your culture preference is and if it matches the organization that you are a part of. Question Content Area INSTRUCTIONS: The fit between a new manager and organizational culture can determine success and satisfaction. To understand your culture preference, rank the items here from 1 to 8 based on the strength of your preference (1 = strongest). Rank the items here from 1 to 8 based on the strength of your preference (1 = strongest). First Preference (Strongest) Eighth Preference (Weakest)

1. The organization is very personal, much like an extended family.

2. The organization is dynamic and changing, where people take risks.

3. The organization is achievement-oriented, with the focus on competition and getting jobs done.

4. The organization is stable and structured, with clarity and established procedures.

5. Management style is characterized by teamwork and participation.

6. Management style is characterized by innovation and risk taking.

7. Management style is characterized by high performance demands and achievement.

8. Management style is characterized by security and predictability.