Changing Organizational Culture – The Change Agent′s Guidebook Schabracq

Changing Organizational CultureThe Change Agent's Guidebook\nAuthor(s): Marc J. Schabracq\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc, United States\nImprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc\nISBN-13: 9780470014820, 978-0470014820\nSynopsis\nTo alter an organizations culture, change agents must first understand its attitudes, beliefs and assumptions. Marc Schabracqs innovative new book is based on a fresh way of thinking that deals with both the functional and structural features of cultures. Focusing on the greatest barrier to organizational change - the attitudes and assumptions of people it offers three approaches that collectively assist the change process: changing goals through the leader; improving effectiveness through the members; and enriching assumptions through group dialogue. The scales, checklists and exercises are available online. A priceless resource for consultants and change agents, Changing Organizational Culture is also valuable reading for senior managers.