The seed of discipline germinates in a good soil of organizational culture. Culture, in general, dictates how and why we behave in the society which we belong. It governs our thinking thus controls our actions. It can be liken to the atmosphere that envelops us and gives us air to breathe in. Without the atmosphere, every breathing organism couldn’t exist. Without culture, humans could exist but would have no identity, no personality. Better not to exist at all if that is the case. Culture has elements just like the atmosphere that consists of a mixture of many gases. These elements are life-sustaining.
When you zoom out, you’ll see the culture of the society. When you zoom in, your lens focuses on the organizational culture which has the same elements of the general culture. One of the elements of organizational culture that manifests the values of the people in the organization is ritual. Ritual can be in the form of ceremony, celebration, observance, event, or activity that has special meaning to the people who are part of it. Its meaning are shared by the members of the organization. It is important because it enriches the culture which in turn enriches the people who get involved in it.
As the seed of discipline germinates in a soil of good organizational culture, the same culture which nurtures it and makes it grow. In time, it bears fruits at least hundred if not thousandfold. By its fruits you will know.
What kind of culture your organization has?
