An organization is a group of people working together towards a common goal of creating value. Building an effective organization requires establishing key prerequisites like a clear vision, agenda, and tools. It also requires understanding the importance of culture, which develops from the behaviors that leaders exemplify and the experiences outsiders have with the organization. Providing incentives is another important aspect, as positive reinforcement can encourage productive behaviors that further the organization's evolving goals, as long as basic needs and safety standards are also maintained.