2. “If I don’t want to go into work, what must
other employees be feeling.”
3. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
Canvas Society
Accessory and Goods company specializing in Hemp based
products
Hemp Paper Pads, Canvas Wallets, Bags
4. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
Canvas Society
Small (In-Office) 4 Person Company
Todd Mints, CEO
Joe Jed
FINANCIAL MANAGER HEAD DESIGNER
Ben
ASSISTANT
5. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
4 Main Ideas
Democratic approach to managing
Relaxed environment with informal communications along internal
channels
Todd has casual personality, but reasonably stern
Culture creates itself
6. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
Comparison One
Two characteristics of strong cultures:
[1] Intensity in displaying approval or disapproval
Todd: importance on fixing mistakes, not punishing
[2] Crystallization: widespread agreement of values
Canvas Society culture very harmonious
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Organizational Culture
Comparison Two
“‘Clan’ or ‘club’ cultures place high value on the informal, family
type atmosphere where relationship, cohesion, and teamwork
are emphasized.”
Informal communications encourage relationships
8. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
Comparison Three
“...organizations have cultures that are more or less attractive to
certain types of individuals
Very clear when hiring in regards to organizational culture
9. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
Future Research
Joining several organizations to compare and contrast different
cultures
10. Superior–Subordinate Relationship and the Managerial Influence on
Organizational Culture
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