INNOVATIVE CULTURE ASSESSMENT TOOL (ICAT) 1. BEHAVIOURS PRESENT IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT Please select which of the options provided in each question best describes you and/or the environment within which you professionally operate. Please note that your personal details will not be included in any group report, only summary and group data will be presented. We therefore ask that you be as honest as possible with your answer selection. OK Question Title * 1. Which structure best describes the organisation? A) An imperial structure of power and control. B) A passive hierarchy with clear law and order. C) An active dynamic evolving hierarchy. D) A social network that focuses on the community. E) A functional self organising and self dissolving flow. OK Question Title * 2. When is an idea a good idea for the organisation? A) When it suits ME right here, right now. B) When it conforms to the rule of law. C) When it serves my plans and objectives. D) When we have reached consensus on it. E) When it is the most functional approach. OK Question Title * 3. Which view best describes your colleagues? A) They view the outside as rough and hard like a jungle and fight to survive in spite of others. B) They view the outside as divinely controlled and guilt-driven and obey rightful higher authority. C) They view the world as full of opportunities to take control and pragmatically test options for success. D) They view the world as a natural habitat of all humanity and form communities to experience growth. E) They view the world as a complex system at risk of collapse and are learning how to be free and question reality. OK Question Title * 4. Which best describes how your colleagues express themselves? A) They express themselves abrasively and with little regard for the destructive consequences. B) They sacrifice their self expression now in order to receive reward later. C) They express their self-desires but in a calculated manner so as not to bring down the wrath of others. D) They sacrifice their self expression now in order to get acceptance now. E) They express their self-desires but not at the expense of others and in a manner that all lives benefit. OK Question Title * 5. Which principle best describes the organisations way of being? A) Every man for himself. B) What is bigger than me guides me, a singular guiding force guides me. C) If it aint broke – then break it and lets make it better. D) Let us serve others and liberate humans from greed and dogma. E) What can we do, what action can we take that will best serve the ecosystem. OK Question Title * 6. What best describes what drives us within the organisation? A) Escaping domination by others or nature. B) Finding meaning and purpose in life. C) Striving for autonomy and independence. D) Exploring the inner beings of self and others. E) Accepting the inevitability of nature’s flows and adapting accordingly. OK Question Title * 7. What best describes what we seek within the organisation? A) Avoiding shame, not taking ownership and getting respect. B) Sacrificing our self to pave the way for the truth. C) Seeking out “the good-life” and abundance. D) Promoting a sense of community and unity. E) We find a natural mix of conflicting “truths” that work synergistically. OK Question Title * 8. Which best describes how we progress as an organisation? A) By immediately gratifying our impulses and senses. B) By bringing order and stability, for future reward. C) We progress through the application of the best solutions. D) We progress by sharing resources amongst ourselves. E) We find a natural mix of conflicting “truths” that work synergistically. OK Question Title * 9. How do we make decisions in the organisation? A) We fight to gain control at any cost. B) We control our impulses through guilt and the application of principles for rightful living. C) We decide what is best for everyone and usually look to make lives easier through technology. D) We reach decisions only through consensus. E) We allow self-interest to guide us though without harm to others in anyway. OK Question Title * 10. What belief system best describes the organisation? A) Be not constrained by consequences. B) Divine plans puts people in proper places. C) Play to win and enjoy the competition. D) Focus on and refresh the spirit being in all of us. E) Experience the fullness of living on earth. OK Question Title * 11. As an organisation which best describes how we learn? A) We are commonly narcissistic, believe we are right and therefore do not learn. B) We learn by focusing on what is righteousness and truth and correct our path. C) We learn through tried and true or tested experience. D) We learn through focusing on what brings harmony. E) We learn through being adaptable and flexible and having open systems that self correct. OK Question Title * 12. What group of words do I most often hear my colleagues say? A) Power, Control, Dominate, War, Jungle, Battle. B) Safety, Submit, Order, Obey, Security. C) Power, Action, Useful, Practical, Risk. D) Social, Adjust, Fashion, Together, Team. E) Esteem, Being, Express, Free, Indulge. OK Question Title * 13. What value system best describes my colleagues lens of the world? A) Egocentric and Exploitative - Impulsive drives and immediate rewards, the guiltless service of raw self-interest. B) Absolutistic and Moralistic – Comply with rules, avoid punishment, it is our duty (guilt) to do what is right. C) Multiplistic and Rational – Individual principles of conscience, autonomy and self-control to win. D) Sociocentric and Humanistic - Fit in with the group’s norms and attitudes, the collective matters, what best serves the people's common good. E) Existential and Systemic – Personal responsibilities in being, seeking to align conflicting alternatives, integrate processes and flow. OK Question Title * 14. A) We are required to follow instruction and use tried and trusted methods or procedures.B) Curiosity, taking initiative and freedom of thought to question the status quo is encouraged. A) B) OK Question Title * 15. A) We do not tolerate different ways of being or authentic freedom of expression.B) We are highly tolerant of different ways of being and are free to authentically express ourselves. A) B) OK Question Title * 16. A) We do what is best for ourselves or our department and operate in silos.B) We do what is best for the collective and operate as one cohesive unit. A) B) OK Question Title * 17. A) We work to fulfill our own job purpose, focused on our individual roles and responsibilities/duties.B) We all work towards the same company purpose as a collective. A) B) OK Question Title * 18. A) Decisions are made within a hierarchical structure, we can feel disempowered.B) We are empowered to make decisions pertaining to our job function. A) B) OK Question Title * 19. A) Information flows according to a hierarchy.B) Information is easily accessible to all. A) B) OK Question Title * 20. A) Reaching our individual and collective potential is not a key focus of the business.B) We are encouraged to reach our individual and collective potential as individuals. A) B) OK Question Title * 21. A) The goals we work towards are not meaningful and do not inspire me greatly.B) We work towards meaningful goals that inspire me. A) B) OK Question Title * 22. A) Adding value to the collective is not a key focus.B) We are encouraged to always look at how we can add value to the collective. A) B) OK Question Title * 23. A) The quality and excellence of our work is not a high focus.B) We have a high focus on quality and excellence. A) B) OK Question Title * 24. A) There is not a satisfactory functional flow to all we do in our business.B) There is a functional flow to all we do in our business. A) B) OK Question Title * 25. A) Operating with integrity is not a key principle B) We always operate with integrity to all in all we do. A) B) OK Question Title * 26. A) We are encouraged to consider all steps carefully and consider action.B) We are encouraged to think thoroughly whilst taking action with speed. A) B) OK Question Title * 27. A) We do not respond well as an organisation to uncertainty and change.B) We are comfortable with and embrace uncertainty and change. A) B) OK Question Title * 28. A) We are resilient and hold onto old ways of operating that served us in the past. B) We are resilient whilst simultaneously seeking new ways to adapt. A) B) OK Question Title * 29. A) We do not examine whether some actions are actually functional or not.B) It is a natural practise for us to examine the functionality of all action. A) B) OK Question Title * 30. A) There is a black and white application for everything and we do not take risks.B) We are encouraged to consider paradoxical truths and take calculated risks. A) B) OK Question Title * 31. A) Fullness of living, self-value, well-being and a healthy work life balance are not key principles.B) Fullness of living, self-value, well-being and a healthy work life balance are key principles. A) B) OK Question Title * 32. A) Our business and operating systems are closed, rigid and inflexible.B) Our business and or operating systems are open, adaptable and flexible. A) B) OK Question Title * 33. A) We are not passionate about contributing to the company purpose.B) We are passionate about contributing to the company purpose. A) B) OK Question Title * 34. A) We do not critically analyse the variables and causes of a problem. B) We consider interconnections and layered causes when reviewing problems. A) B) OK Question Title * 35. A) We judge or blame the incompetence of others for our actions.B) We take personal responsibility for our actions, learn from our errors and develop our competency. A) B) OK Question Title * 36. A) Common intent amongst us when presenting conflicting alternatives is not established. B) We find common intent amongst us even when presenting conflicting alternatives. A) B) OK Question Title * 37. A) There is too much order or too much chaos.B) There is a balance between order and chaos. A) B) OK Question Title * 38. A) Constant learning is not encouraged, we rely on historical knowledge.B) We learn constantly and our knowledge is always evolving. A) B) OK Question Title * 39. A) Status, rules and power are more important than functionality.B) Functionality is considered more important than status, rules and power. A) B) OK Question Title * 40. A) We do not change unless there is a need to change. B) We proactively identify where change is needed. A) B) OK Question Title * 41. A) We procrastinate when making decisions.B) Making quick quality decisions is encouraged. A) B) OK Question Title * 42. A) There are no growth opportunities for me in the business.B) I have growth opportunities in the business. A) B) OK Question Title * 43. A) We are easily affected by the emotional state of others.B) We take ownership of our own emotional state. A) B) OK Question Title * 44. A) We do not seek to understand nor serve the needs of others.B) Compassion and service are expressed to all. A) B) OK Question Title * 45. A) We are very judgemental of ourselves and others, we focus on appearance and meeting expectations.B) Self-acceptance and the acceptance of others is encouraged, we let go of judgement and lead where we can. A) B) OK Question Title * 46. A) Judgement and self-focus are key behavioural drivers in our environment.B) Forgiveness and inclusion are key behavioural drivers. A) B) OK Question Title * 47. A) Control is important, we fear sharing power.B) Trust is important, we feel individually empowered and collaborate with ease. A) B) OK Question Title * 48. A) Failure is something we fear and avoid, we do not want to make mistakes. B) We are encouraged to be visionary thinkers and learn from mistakes and failure. A) B) OK Question Title * 49. A) We avoid dealing with matters that may cause confrontation or conflict.B) We are encouraged to be courageous in uncomfortable situations. A) B) OK Question Title * 50. A) We are encouraged to see problems and limitations.B) We are encouraged to see infinite possibilities and opportunities. A) B) OK Question Title * 51. Looking back, my decision to take a job with my company was a good one. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 52. My job has purpose, I can see how the work that I deliver, contributes to the organisation meeting its services and business objectives. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 53. My contribution is recognised and appreciated, I believe that as an individual I am made to feel that I count. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 54. I have had the opportunity to grow my knowledge and ability in my company. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 55. I believe that my company is respected amongst our clients and that my company will continue to grow as leaders within our industry. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 56. I plan to make my career with my career for the foreseeable future. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 57. I believe I am fairly remunerated for the work that I do. Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Neither agree nor disagree Somewhat disagree Disagree Strongly disagree OK Question Title * 58. If I were a Director , I would introduce the following 3 changes or do the following 3 things differently. 1. 2. 3. OK NEXT