Week 4 Flashcards
How can Occupations and Organizations show Workplace Culture?
organization may push for one specific form of culture
What is a Formalized culture vs an Informal one?
formalized cultures are where organizations have a mission statement and clearly articulated values, rules, dress code
informal ; organically developing within the organization
what are symbols in Workplace Culture?
particular expressions or symbols that convey beliefs
convey attitudes or norms about culture, vocabularies
dress - different styles in different occupations reflect certain organizations or occupations
What is Subculture?
values and rules, may come into conflict with each other
what is socialization within Occupations?
learning the main values of the workplace, like giving good service, working well with a team, staying competitive, and respecting how the company runs things
What is a key Performance Indicator?
indicating efficiency or how much cost is saved
demonstrating how well the business is achieving their performance goals
knowing how people get promotions, how they move ahead
What are occupational Rules?
come with a set of expectations, what people learn in terms of socialization within an organization
specific uniforms display an occupational representation or label
What is anticipatory Socialization?
you’re not only socialized when you join a job, but you start to anticipate the next stage when you are actually within the organization
What is individual Identity when entering a new job?
anticipate responsibilities, roles, and develop a professional identity
What does occupational Socialization mean?
once people leave the education field, people start to learn more about what it involves to be part of an organization
What is Book Learning in terms of Socialization Training?
classroom , textbook
going to law school, medicine
learning content in a classroom environment
What do you do in the applied or Clinal Part of Socialization Training ?
labs , group projects
In what ways can we Learn by Watching and Some Doing?
job shadowing
learn by observation
watching someone who is already skilled in the profession
What is placement or residency in Socialization Training?
craft or experiential
example; physicians after school do 2 years of residency
What are rights of Passion in Professions?
having different stages ; separation, transition, corporation
1) individuals separate from larger packs and go into internships, more supervision, more isolation
2) identity starts to change
3) most dramatic stage where there would be a ritual (bar exam, MCAT)
What is radical Transformation?
someone goes from feeling like a student of law, to being a lawyer ; transition to becoming a professional is seamless
What is gradual evolution?
Gradual evolution means change happens slowly over time, led by experienced professionals rather than student groups or subcultures
What are the 3 main Professions?
Medicine
Engineering
Law
What are class Based Hiring Practices?
employers in upscale retail setting prefer to hire individuals who embody particular style and mannerisms that match their specialized brands
preference leads to hiring of class privileged workers who naturally fit the desired aesthetic
How does one appeal to Consumer Interests?
to attract middle class workers to law wage retail jobs, employers appeal to their consumer interests
by aligning job roles with the personal interests and lifestyles of potential employees , retailers make these positions more attractive despite their low pay and lack of benefits
What helps reinforcement of social inequalities?
Aesthetic labor helps reinforce job separation and discrimination based on race and gender, while also promoting consumer obsession with appearance
When companies prefer hiring people who look a certain way, they keep unfair social divisions going in the workplace.
What is socialization into the Danger Imperative?
Officers are formally and informally socialized into a culture that emphasizes constant danger and the need for heightened vigilance
what are Policy Defiant Behaviours?
In the name of safety, officers engage in behaviors that contravene departmental policies, such as not wearing seat belts or engaging in unauthorized high-speed driving
What may impact Officer and Public Safety?
These policy-defiant behaviors, though intended to enhance safety, can lead to serious injuries and fatalities for both officers and civilians
