Organizational Development and Organizational Effectiveness Our organizational development practice is focused on helping clients optimize their organizational culture, and empowering their people to execute the business strategy in a more productive manner. In many cases, a mindset shift may be required to enhance agility in the organization, so that instead of leaders controlling and directing work by constantly steering the tasks of the employees, employees are empowered as a result of being part of a strong community that supports and grows the culture. This motivates people to deliver exceptional results and to approach their work from a team orientation. Critical to achieving this result is the creation of a cohesive community with positive peer behavior and a high-trust environment. For example, a typical intervention strategy might include the following components: Group facilitation by means of workshop sessions for key managers and employees, including team dynamic improvement and trust building. Individual Strengths Assessments and 360-Degree Feedback Individual Coaching Sessions Analysis of Assessment Data: to determine significant strengths and weaknesses, and how those strengths are being perceived by others. Presentation and review of analysis results, and coaching on customized techniques to help put this information into action. Strategies for correcting/remediating toxic work environments, where a lack of trust (or a lack of respect) may be present. (Characteristics: conflict, ego, gossip, insecurities, insensitivity to others, lack of awareness, misinterpretations, lack of or ineffective communication, corporate ladder-climbing). Measures of Success would include the following: Employees work cooperatively with others to overcome conflict and build toward a common goal. Employees readily identify with other people’s situations and can see things clearly from their perspective. Employees take responsibility for influencing and motivating others to contribute to the goals and success of their team and organization. Employees are energized, and they remain positive about the future. Employees will improve communication styles and establish clear expectations with team members. Employees convey their ideas and opinions in a confident and respectful manner and have a positive impact on others. Employees are motivated to do quality work and do not hesitate to step forward for tasks that they believe they can perform. Employees enjoy their work day because they are spending more time in the areas that energize them.