OB Academic Poster
OB Academic Poster
OB Academic Poster
How the operation of power, politics and culture affect employee behaviour and the
BODY accomplishment of organizational goals
The poster highlights the significance of power, politics,and I. Power: Unequal distribution of power can create a hierarchical and authoritarian organizational culture, leading to lower employee morale and job satisfaction. Abuse of
culture in shaping employee behaviour, including motivation, power by those in authority can lead to decreased trust in management, increased conflict, and lower employee commitment. However, when power is used fairly and
communication, and decision-making. It also discusses how justly, it can promote positive employee behaviour such as collaboration, cooperation, and a sense of security and stability.
these factors affect organizational goals,such as productivity, II. Politics: The use of politics in the workplace can create a toxic and competitive environment that negatively affects employee behaviour and teamwork. When people
engage in political behaviour, it can lead to power struggles, backstabbing, and sabotage, all of which can hinder the achievement of organizational goals. However, when
innovation, and employee retention.
political tactics are used ethically and transparently, they can promote healthy competition and innovation that drives the organization towards success.
The poster presents various examples and case studies to III. Culture: Organizational culture shapes employee behaviour and attitudes towards work and the organization. A positive culture can increase employee engagement, job
demonstrate the positive and negative impact of power, satisfaction, and a sense of belonging, leading to improved productivity and performance. A negative culture can create a toxic work environment, leading to decreased
politics, and culture on employee behaviour and employee morale, increased conflict, and high employee turnover. The culture of an organization influences how employees perceive their work, their colleagues, and
organizational goals. their leaders, which in turn affects their behaviour and their commitment to achieving organizational goals.
justified recommendations on how power, politics, and culture can be used effectively to influence and direct
employee behaviour towards the accomplishment of organizational goals:
Create an effective organizational culture that values cooperation, creativity, and innovation. Establishing clear values and beliefs that are in line with the objectives of the
organization and promoting them through effective communication and staff engagement strategies might help to accomplish this.
Evidence: Studies have shown that an effective organizational culture increases worker engagement, job satisfaction, and productivity, all of which help an organization succeed. Encourage employee
participation in decision-making and give them power. This can help to decrease the possibility of power abuse and boost employee commitment to attaining organizational goals.
Evidence: Research has demonstrated that employee empowerment increases job happiness, dedication, and performance, all of which can help an organization achieve its objectives. Promote inclusion and
diversity inside the company. This can boost staff morale and motivation to accomplish organizational goals by fostering a healthy workplace culture and lowering the possibility of discrimination or harassment.