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Values - are about how we have learnt to think things ought to be or people ought to behave, especially in terms of qualities such as honesty, integrity and openness OD Values : OD Values Tend to be Humanistic Optimistic & democratic. Slide 5: Humanistic values Proclaim the importance of the individual, respect & dignity, assume that everyone is intrinsic worth, view all people as having the potential for growth & development Optimistic values posit that people are basically good, that progress is possible & desirable in human affairs , & that reason & goodwill are the tools for making progress. Cont… : Cont… Democratic values assert the sanctity of the individual, the right of people to be free from arbitrary misuse of power, the importance of fair & equitable treatment for all & the need for justice through the rule of law & due process Early statements of OD values & assumptions : Early statements of OD values & assumptions Warren Bennis (1969) He listed following Normative goals Improvement in interpersonal competence A shift in values so that human factors & feelings come to be considered legitimate Increased understanding in groups to reduce tensions Development of more effective team management Develop better methods of conflict resolution Developing organic rather than mechanical systems Slide 8: Richard Beckhard 1969 Book “Several assumptions about the nature & functioning of organizations” Basic building blocks of organization are teams. More collaborative condition Organization , Subunits & individuals continuously manage their affairs against goals Goal of healthy organization is to develop generally open communication, mutual trust & confidence across levels People must be involved for active participation & sense of ownership in planning and conducting the change Slide 9: Robert Tannenbaum Professor at UCLA Sheldon Davis Director of OD at TRW Systems Both presented their views of OD values in 1969 article Slide 10: These values, beliefs & assumptions may not be in great demand today but in 1950’s & 60’s they played an important role Beliefs such as trust & respect for individual, Open communication Decentralized decision making Participation & contribution by all organizational members Collaboration & cooperation Appropriate uses of power Implications of OD values assumptions : Implications of OD values assumptions What are some of the implications of OD assumptions & values for dealing with individuals , groups, & organizations? Implications for dealing with individuals : Implications for dealing with individuals 2 Basic assumptions First that most of individuals have drives toward personal growth & development if environment is both supportive & challenging Second that most people desire to make & are capable of making a greater contribution to attaining organization goals 1 Implications for dealing with individuals Slide 13: The implications of these two assumptions are straightforward: Ask Listen Support Challenge Encourage risk taking Permit failure Remove obstacles & barriers Give autonomy Give responsibility Set high standards Reward success Slide 14: Implications for dealing with Groups 2 Assumptions What occurs in the work group at both formal & informal levels, greatly influences feelings of satisfaction & competence. Most people wish to be accepted & to interact cooperatively with at least one reference group usually work group Most people are capable of making greater contributions to group effectiveness & development Finally there exist attitudinal & motivational problems in organizations Slide 15: Implications Let teams flourish because they are often the best way to get work done Invest time in group development to increase group members & create positive climate Adopt team leadership style Require interactive & transactional solutions Slide 16: Implications for designing & running organizations 3 Assumption A key assumption in OD is that the needs & aspirations of human beings are the reasons for organized effort in society. Implications There should be a development outlook & seek opportunities in which people can experience personal & professional growth. Personal growth –> organizational competency -> desired results OD values in an Indian pharmaceutical organization : OD values in an Indian pharmaceutical organization Company has adopted the following values of Openness Confrontation Trust Authenticity Pro-activeness Autonomy Collaboration Experimentation in order to ensure a culture of trust & openness You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
4 values assumptions Bharathisunagar Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 1184 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (2) Dislike it (0) Added: March 12, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... By: cherry234 (18 month(s) ago) hi, i need to download the ppt. and i really liked it Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... Edit Comment Close By: monukm (19 month(s) ago) Hi, very good presentation & most useful.plse forward to me - monublr@yahoo.co.in Saving..... Post Reply Close Saving..... 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Values - are about how we have learnt to think things ought to be or people ought to behave, especially in terms of qualities such as honesty, integrity and openness OD Values : OD Values Tend to be Humanistic Optimistic & democratic. Slide 5: Humanistic values Proclaim the importance of the individual, respect & dignity, assume that everyone is intrinsic worth, view all people as having the potential for growth & development Optimistic values posit that people are basically good, that progress is possible & desirable in human affairs , & that reason & goodwill are the tools for making progress. Cont… : Cont… Democratic values assert the sanctity of the individual, the right of people to be free from arbitrary misuse of power, the importance of fair & equitable treatment for all & the need for justice through the rule of law & due process Early statements of OD values & assumptions : Early statements of OD values & assumptions Warren Bennis (1969) He listed following Normative goals Improvement in interpersonal competence A shift in values so that human factors & feelings come to be considered legitimate Increased understanding in groups to reduce tensions Development of more effective team management Develop better methods of conflict resolution Developing organic rather than mechanical systems Slide 8: Richard Beckhard 1969 Book “Several assumptions about the nature & functioning of organizations” Basic building blocks of organization are teams. More collaborative condition Organization , Subunits & individuals continuously manage their affairs against goals Goal of healthy organization is to develop generally open communication, mutual trust & confidence across levels People must be involved for active participation & sense of ownership in planning and conducting the change Slide 9: Robert Tannenbaum Professor at UCLA Sheldon Davis Director of OD at TRW Systems Both presented their views of OD values in 1969 article Slide 10: These values, beliefs & assumptions may not be in great demand today but in 1950’s & 60’s they played an important role Beliefs such as trust & respect for individual, Open communication Decentralized decision making Participation & contribution by all organizational members Collaboration & cooperation Appropriate uses of power Implications of OD values assumptions : Implications of OD values assumptions What are some of the implications of OD assumptions & values for dealing with individuals , groups, & organizations? Implications for dealing with individuals : Implications for dealing with individuals 2 Basic assumptions First that most of individuals have drives toward personal growth & development if environment is both supportive & challenging Second that most people desire to make & are capable of making a greater contribution to attaining organization goals 1 Implications for dealing with individuals Slide 13: The implications of these two assumptions are straightforward: Ask Listen Support Challenge Encourage risk taking Permit failure Remove obstacles & barriers Give autonomy Give responsibility Set high standards Reward success Slide 14: Implications for dealing with Groups 2 Assumptions What occurs in the work group at both formal & informal levels, greatly influences feelings of satisfaction & competence. Most people wish to be accepted & to interact cooperatively with at least one reference group usually work group Most people are capable of making greater contributions to group effectiveness & development Finally there exist attitudinal & motivational problems in organizations Slide 15: Implications Let teams flourish because they are often the best way to get work done Invest time in group development to increase group members & create positive climate Adopt team leadership style Require interactive & transactional solutions Slide 16: Implications for designing & running organizations 3 Assumption A key assumption in OD is that the needs & aspirations of human beings are the reasons for organized effort in society. Implications There should be a development outlook & seek opportunities in which people can experience personal & professional growth. Personal growth –> organizational competency -> desired results OD values in an Indian pharmaceutical organization : OD values in an Indian pharmaceutical organization Company has adopted the following values of Openness Confrontation Trust Authenticity Pro-activeness Autonomy Collaboration Experimentation in order to ensure a culture of trust & openness