Hi, I have recently joined a company as an HR professional, and my manager requested me to study the company during the first week and provide feedback on what I have learned and understood. He also asked for suggestions for any improvements if I identify any issues. While observing the work culture and employees of the company, I noticed that although all employees are performing well and delivering output, there seems to be a cold war between different departments within the company.
After one week, I provided feedback to my manager regarding the company and its organizational culture. I mentioned what I observed, particularly the cold war between departments. My manager acknowledged this issue. He mentioned that he had not been too concerned about it initially as it did not seem to impact the work. However, he noted that recently, some employees began taking it personally, leading to ego clashes that were indirectly affecting the work.
He requested me to consider measures to reduce this conflict and eventually resolve the situation. After giving it some thought, I suggested implementing extracurricular activities where members from various departments could come together to form groups. We could organize games, events, and other activities to facilitate interaction among employees from different departments, thereby reducing ego clashes.
I understand that this may not be the only solution to the issue at hand. I would appreciate it if you could provide me with more ideas on how to address such a situation.
Thank you.
After one week, I provided feedback to my manager regarding the company and its organizational culture. I mentioned what I observed, particularly the cold war between departments. My manager acknowledged this issue. He mentioned that he had not been too concerned about it initially as it did not seem to impact the work. However, he noted that recently, some employees began taking it personally, leading to ego clashes that were indirectly affecting the work.
He requested me to consider measures to reduce this conflict and eventually resolve the situation. After giving it some thought, I suggested implementing extracurricular activities where members from various departments could come together to form groups. We could organize games, events, and other activities to facilitate interaction among employees from different departments, thereby reducing ego clashes.
I understand that this may not be the only solution to the issue at hand. I would appreciate it if you could provide me with more ideas on how to address such a situation.
Thank you.