The Shadow Organization

Duration10'

No. of mini-lessons4

ResourcesDevelopment Plan

Duration 10'

No. of mini-lessons 4

Resources Development Plan

Course overview

Most organizations and companies place privacy pretty high on their priority list. But sometimes the line between privacy and secrecy gets a little too blurry. When this happens, certain negative norms can come about and impact an organization. And sometimes the problem is simply recognizing where the secrecy is, because it doesn’t exactly make itself obvious.

A shadow organization is a part of an organization that’s hidden, unknown, or generally unspoken about. Often, the shadow side of an organization is inactive, and when it is it’s generally harmless. But, when it becomes active, it can become a problem. Without proper management, shadow organizations can be disruptive to company life, performance, and culture.

What's covered

Identifying the shadow organization within the organization you’re in

Recognizing how these “negative norms” are impacting the organization’s culture and performance

Considering practical steps that can be taken to address these negative norms

Why your teams need this course

A shadow organization needs proper management to avoid workplace disruption. If you want to foster a workplace culture that thrives on communication and openness, it’s important your HR teams and managers know where the shadow organization exists in your organization. This course can teach them how to spot it, and also how it might impact culture and performance. They’ll also learn what practical steps they can take to address the problems caused by a shadow organization.

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