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Have you ever heard the phrase "that's not the way we do things around here"?
Every organization has a culture that is unique to that workplace. Culture generally refers to a system of shared beliefs, values and norms that shape behavior. Leadership is a key element in defining and driving workplace culture.
So why does culture matter? It matters because truly high performance cultures have three very compelling attributes:
- They attract, motivate and retain top talent
- They successfully adapt to changing conditions
- They consistently produce outstanding results
These attributes make it clear that a great culture is the first step toward employee satisfaction and engagement. Culture informs the strategies you implement and guides any change initiative you embark on within your organization. If you have a great culture, the attributes mentioned above are a part of your ethos and success. If you don't, it can be turned around. Captain Abrashoff faced a demoralized and low performing culture when he first went aboard USS Benfold. His battle-tested strategy to change the culture provides a tremendous roadmap for organizations to follow.
How can GLS help your organization identify and improve its culture?
The GLS team supports leaders in identifying, creating, and maintaining their desired culture. We begin by understanding the core values that matter most.
We then work with leaders to operationalize these values by identifying, communicating, and reinforcing behaviors that personify these values and creating systems and practices that reinforce the preferred culture.





