nd standards to live and work by. It exists at all levels of the organization and is involves various subcultures, as well as by the society in which it exists (Deal & Peterson, 1999).
Certain organizational cultures are more receptive to different approaches to leadership than are others. Organizational cultures characterized by a rigid bureaucracy, minimal interdepartmental interaction, strong vertical reporting lines, and little tradition of change tend not very receptive to transformational leadership. In fact, unless it is possible to change the culture, resistance or open hostility to transformational leadership may occur. Organizations with a tradition of openness and change are more suited for transformational leadership (Deal & Peterson, 1999).
Empowerment. Associated with organizational culture is the way in which organizational processes clarify ambiguity in authority and responsibility. A clear definition of organizational roles causes an organization to
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