Comments on: Culture Fit + Models of Interaction + Pragmatism / Idealism = Progress

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By: Meghan M. Biro

Meghan M. Biro — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:58:11 +0000

Thank you Jacqui! Appreciate your thoughtful + encouraging feedback. Pragmatism + Idealism do not need to be opposing character views. I’m committed to providing ample space + time to each as we grow + continue to find meaning. Yes, clearly a fine balance.

Progress is defined by tiny movements (actions!) when distilling large topics like these. Culture has many levels + implications. Let’s continue to shed light and discuss here at the Culture of Talent.

By: Master Resume Wirter

Master Resume Wirter — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:24:30 +0000

Meghan,
Thoughtful and thought-provoking. Balancing pragmatism and idealism is not easy, but is something I aspire to … daily! So glad you see this as a ‘goal’ of TalentCulture. So delighted I can participate as that goal converts to results.

Tacit interactions also resonates, and mostly because of your ‘view’ of this term, helping me wrap my mind around it: “shared trust that enables a deep and more valuable interaction.” Further, the language, “sustainable competitive advantage” perks my business /e ntrepreneurial ears! Thank you!

Progress, yet another word that defines the ultimate movement sparked by this community of talent and culture.

For me, defining culture and its value to my interaction with colleagues and clients is an ongoing discovery. At present, I see my clients (job seekers) struggling to find both culture and overall job / career fit, as companies struggle to regroup and revive (often, therefore, ultra-focused on bottom line vs. the intangibles of culture). That said, the gentle (and sometimes not so gentle) nudging via conversations, blog posts, etc. such as this forum, helps inspire cultural improvements.

A great post!
Jacqui

By: Meghan M. Biro

Meghan M. Biro — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:37:48 +0000

Steve, Delighted you stopped by! Thank you for sharing.

Agree, organizations/communities that become transformational will thrive and grow – even in the most uncertain times. I enjoy a wide angle when it comes to individual perspectives – it adds interesting dimension and depth to the people + culture quotient.

By: Meghan M. Biro

Meghan M. Biro — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:34:03 +0000

Kevin, Thank you. Indeed.

My inner nerd is alive + well. Certainly one facet of my personality

You are correct – the overall theme here is sustainability in each facet of an organization and social community. Not a simple equation and one that simply takes time and care. When you move beyond mere transactional the real fun begins! Glad to have you here for the ride.

By: Steve Boese

Steve Boese — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:37:54 +0000

Meghan – Love the piece. To me, the idea of transformational culture is really interesting. People all have their perspectives, experiences, values etc. that they bring to an organization and to the community. How the organization and the individuals can be transformed by their interactions with each other, in the context of working and connecting is fascinating. I think that the smartest organizations and the most successful communities will seek to understand and leverage the wide range of individual perspectives.

By: Kevin W. Grossman

Kevin W. Grossman — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:28:21 +0000

Wow. You are a cultural anthropology nerd. In a very good way.

Transactional is the easy part. Transformational and tacit not so easy, but are vital to the livelihood and longevity of any social organism — i.e., businesses, non-profits, associations, families, etc.

Progress for me via social cultural entity includes personal growth (are my needs being met), collaborative growth (are the needs of my team/cohorts being met) and overall organizational/business growth (if it ain’t, then the first two aren’t being met and you’re out of luck).

That’s what this place means to me.

Great post, Meghan.