The Four Types of Organizational Culture – Which Is Right for Your Company?

The four types of company culture, explained. Plus, how to avoid common pitfalls when taking them to the extreme.

Not all cultures are made equal. However, most organizational cultures can be categorized into four “pure” categories (I will explain later why most companies usually have a mix – and why that’s a good thing). The type of culture shapes organizational behavior, from alignment and leadership to decision-making and meetings.

A common mistake new leaders ma…