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Engineering Culture by InfoQ

Using Behaviour Stories to Manage Cultural Debt

May 24, 2024
Ahmad Fahmy discusses using behavior stories for cultural change in organizations. He shares insights on Agile criticism, managing cultural debt, shaping culture with stories, and building psychological safety through open discussions.
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  • Proper culture management is crucial for organizational success, likened to maintaining a balanced fish tank.
  • Organizational culture change complexity lies in deeply rooted behaviors, not Agile practices, requiring targeted interventions.

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The Significance of Managing Organizational Culture

Organizational culture plays a crucial role in the success of an organization. The guest emphasizes the importance of managing the 'invisible' culture of an organization, likening it to maintaining the balance of a saltwater fish tank. Without proper culture management, the organization risks losing its top talent and effectiveness, resulting in detrimental outcomes.

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