| Abstract: | Organizational culture is increasingly seen as both the focus and the major barrier to improving organizational performance. A pilot study examining the impact of organizational culture in promoting healthcare improvement developed an intervention program to enhance the performance of the target organizational teams. The intervention was a training program based on cognitive and behavioral psychology models of organizational culture. This provided a rich theory base and supported the development of organizational interventions with strong theoretical underpinnings. The cognitive-behavior modification model (CBM) in particular was drawn on as an established and integrated model. Cognitive-behavior modification is compared with the organizational work of Karl Weick and other constructivists, and the resulting team culture intervention program is described. Recommendations for organizational consultants are proposed. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
