Organizational Science

Organizational science is a field that aims to understand and improve how organizations function, providing valuable insights for leaders and managers to enhance effectiveness and employee well-being in today's complex work environments. This discipline offers a wide range of opportunities for improving corporate management by increasing awareness of organizational dynamics and their underlying causes.

One particularly fascinating phenomenon in organizational science is the frequently observed disconnect between a company's stated objectives and its approach to personnel selection. Many organizations demonstrate a notable lack of sensitivity when assessing the character suitability of employees, which can lead to the development of toxic corporate cultures. These negative environments significantly impair both productivity and employee satisfaction in the long term.

Surprisingly, concepts for enhancing personnel selection and corporate culture appear to be largely unknown at upper management levels. This raises important questions about whether the issue stems from a lack of awareness or deeper structural problems within organizations.

A particularly concerning trend is the accumulation of "false positives" - incorrect appointments - in higher positions within organizations. This phenomenon could potentially be explained by hidden conflicts of interest, indicating systemic issues in promotion and selection processes.

Spreading awareness about these organizational challenges is a crucial first step in shaping successful workplaces that ultimately serve the interests of all stakeholders.

To delve deeper into these organizational science concepts and their practical applications, explore the following resources for additional insights and context:

Signs of a toxic workplace

1. High Turnover

People constantly jumping ships is a clear sign that should alert you.

2. Negative Energy

Coworkers complain and there is general sense of mistrust between staff and management, in this environment morale is dead.

3. Nepotism

Talent and merit are considered secondary, promotions are based on sympathy.

4. Bossing/Bullying

Leadership ignores or tolerates problematic behaviour for as long as it is not considered their own battle. This demonstrates a lack of basic respect and results in multiple rotten fruits that will spill over and cause severe harm to the organization.

This list is not comprehensive. But all the above noted red flags have in common that they lead to a toxic work environment that will drain you and silently kill the productivity of your organization.

My advice: if you can't change it, leave it. The right job does exist.