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Company Culture Mega Table

Company culture problem mega table. Roll a D20 first to identify the culture risk category, then roll a D6 for the specific complication.

d20 Risk Category d6 Specific Complication
1 Lack of clear values and mission 1 Employees are unclear about the company's purpose and objectives, leading to a lack of engagement
2 The company's mission statement is vague or non-existent
3 Company values are not reflected in day-to-day operations
4 The company's values are not communicated effectively to employees
5 Values and mission are not integrated into performance reviews and employee recognition programs
6 The company's mission and objectives are not aligned with employee expectations
2 Poor communication 1 Important information is not shared with employees in a timely manner
2 Employees receive mixed messages or inconsistent information from different departments
3 There is a lack of trust between employees and management
4 Employees are not encouraged to share feedback or voice concerns
5 The company does not communicate effectively during times of change or crisis
6 There is a lack of transparency in decision-making
3 Low employee engagement 1 Employee morale is consistently low, leading to high turnover rates
2 The company does not regularly measure or address employee engagement
3 Employees do not have opportunities for growth and advancement
4 The company does not recognise or reward employee contributions
5 The company does not invest in employee development or training
6 Employees do not feel a sense of ownership in their work
4 Ineffective leadership 1 Leaders do not model company values or behaviours
2 Managers do not communicate effectively with their teams
3 Managers do not provide clear expectations or guidance to their teams
4 Managers do not have the necessary skills or training to lead their teams effectively
5 Leaders do not prioritize employee well-being and work-life balance
6 The company does not invest in leadership development programs
5 Lack of diversity and inclusion 1 The company's workforce lacks diverse perspectives, limiting innovation
2 The company does not prioritize inclusive hiring practices
3 The company culture is not welcoming to individuals from diverse backgrounds
4 The company does not provide resources or support for underrepresented groups
5 There is a lack of diversity in leadership positions
6 Employees do not receive diversity and inclusion training
6 Unhealthy competition 1 The company fosters a culture of excessive competition, leading to stress and burnout
2 Employees feel the need to constantly compete against their colleagues for recognition
3 The company encourages a "win at all costs" mentality, leading to unethical behaviour
4 Teams within the company compete against each other instead of collaborating
5 The company's performance review system emphasizes individual accomplishments over team success
6 The company rewards employees based on metrics that encourage unhealthy competition
7 High employee turnover 1 The company experiences high employee turnover due to dissatisfaction with company culture
2 The company does not invest in employee retention efforts
3 High turnover rates lead to a loss of institutional knowledge and expertise
4 The company has a reputation for high employee turnover, making it difficult to attract top talent
5 High employee turnover negatively impacts team dynamics and productivity
6 The company does not conduct exit interviews or address the reasons for employee departures
8 Inadequate work-life balance 1 Employees are expected to consistently work long hours, leading to burnout and stress
2 The company does not offer flexible work arrangements or remote work options
3 Managers do not respect employees' personal time and boundaries
4 The company culture does not prioritize employee mental and physical well-being
5 Employees are not encouraged to take time off or utilize vacation days
6 The company does not offer resources or support for employees dealing with stress or personal issues
9 Resistance to change 1 The company is slow to adopt new technologies or processes
2 Employees are resistant to change and hesitant to try new ways of working
3 The company does not invest in change management initiatives
4 Managers do not support or encourage employees to embrace change
5 The company culture stifles innovation and creative problem-solving
6 The company does not actively seek feedback from employees on how to improve operations and processes
10 Silo mentality 1 Departments within the company operate independently and do not collaborate effectively
2 Employees hoard information and resources, leading to inefficiencies and distrust
3 The company does not prioritize cross-functional collaboration
4 Managers do not encourage their teams to share knowledge and resources with other departments
5 The company's organisational structure reinforces silos and barriers to communication
6 The company does not establish clear goals and objectives that require cross-departmental collaboration
11 Lack of accountability 1 Employees are not held responsible for their actions or performance
2 Managers do not address poor performance or behaviour issues
3 The company does not have a clear system for tracking and measuring employee performance
4 The company culture does not encourage employees to take ownership of their work
5 Employees are not provided with clear expectations and objectives
6 The company does not have a process for addressing and resolving conflicts
12 Poor decision-making 1 The company's decision-making process is slow and inefficient
2 Employees are not empowered to make decisions, leading to bottlenecks and delays
3 The company does not encourage employees to think critically and make informed decisions
4 Decisions are made without considering the input and feedback of employees
5 The company does not have a clear process for evaluating the impact and consequences of decisions
6 The company does not learn from past mistakes or failed decisions
13 Unethical behaviour 1 The company does not have a clear code of ethics or conduct for employees
2 Employees engage in unethical practices, such as dishonesty or fraud, without consequences
3 The company culture does not prioritize ethical decision-making
4 The company does not provide resources or training on ethical behaviour
5 Managers turn a blind eye to unethical behaviour, leading to a culture of tolerance
6 The company does not have a process for reporting and addressing ethical violations
14 Ineffective performance management 1 The company does not have a clear process for setting and tracking employee goals
2 Performance reviews are infrequent or ineffective
3 Managers do not provide constructive feedback to their employees
4 The company's performance management system is not aligned with its values and objectives
5 Employees are not recognised or rewarded for their contributions
6 The company does not invest in employee development and growth opportunities
15 Bullying and harassment 1 The company does not have a clear policy on bullying and harassment
2 Employees experience bullying or harassment without consequences for the perpetrator
3 The company does not provide resources or support for employees who experience bullying or harassment
4 Managers do not address instances of bullying or harassment within their teams
5 The company does not provide training on preventing and addressing bullying and harassment
6 The company culture tolerates or perpetuates bullying and harassment
16 Burnout and stress 1 The company consistently requires employees to work long hours, leading to high stress levels
2 The company does not provide resources or support for employees experiencing stress or burnout
3 Managers do not recognise or address signs of burnout within their teams
4 The company does not prioritize employee mental health and well-being
5 Employees are not encouraged to take breaks or prioritize self-care
6 The company culture normalises excessive workload and high stress levels
17 Lack of collaboration 1 The company culture does not encourage teamwork and collaboration
2 Employees are not provided with opportunities to collaborate and learn from each other
3 The company's physical or virtual workspace does not facilitate collaboration
4 Managers do not encourage cross-functional projects and partnerships
5 The company does not prioritize the development of collaboration skills
6 The company's performance review system does not recognise or reward teamwork and collaboration
18 Lack of transparency 1 The company does not share important information with employees in a timely manner
2 Managers do not provide clear communication about company decisions and their impact on employees
3 The company does not involve employees in the decision-making process
4 Employees do not have access to the information and resources needed to perform their jobs effectively
5 The company does not share financial or performance data with employees
6 Employees do not feel comfortable asking questions or seeking clarification
19 Inadequate employee recognition 1 The company does not have a formal employee recognition program
2 Employees' hard work and contributions are not acknowledged or celebrated
3 The company's recognition program is inconsistent or biased
4 Managers do not provide regular feedback and praise to their employees
5 Employee achievements are not recognised in a timely manner
6 The company does not celebrate team successes and milestones
20 Ineffective conflict resolution 1 The company does not have a clear process for addressing and resolving conflicts
2 Managers avoid addressing conflicts within their teams
3 Employees do not feel comfortable discussing conflicts or concerns with management
4 The company does not provide training on conflict resolution and communication skills
5 Conflicts are not resolved in a fair and timely manner
6 The company culture fosters a blame-oriented mindset rather than focusing on problem-solving
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