Jitske Kramer is a Dutch anthropologist. She travels the world to learn from traditional healers, leaders, surprising innovators, and random passersby. She looks at the world and at organizations through the eyes of an anthropologist, and what she sees is fascinating. In this interview, we talk about what's involved in the making of a corporate tribe.

Episode Highlights

Here are some of the things that we discussed:

The lessons Jitske learned when doing research in Uganda
The two opposites that attract us: harmony and disruption
What is anthropology and how it’s relevant to organizational life
Nature and nurture debate in the context of culture
The elements that shape culture: purpose, definition power, and the cultural narrative
One of the biggest misunderstandings about self-organized teams
The importance of reflecting on what leadership means in your organization
Why boundaries are important and how to set them in a way that supports rather than constrains
Two forces present in every tribe: power and love and how they play out in modern organizations
What to do to set foundations for a healthy culture in a start-up or a new team
How to effectively deal with diversity in a team and create true inclusivity
The three stages of change and the different types of leadership required for each of the stages
The nature and importance of rituals
The three questions you need to ask every day to cultivate an inclusive and healthy culture

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