Rock Bands, Guitar Heroes and Management Theory [8]

What do rock bands and guitar heroes have to do with management theory? This was the topic of my recent a recent presentation:






Groups and organizations, just like musicians, don’t all work and behave in the same way. In this presentation, I look to the music industry to describe four organizational archetypes—each with a different set of values and ways of working. By understanding each of these work cultures, the culture we work in, and the work style that best fits us personally, we can make sense of the conflicts we face at work and become more effective at our job, whether we’re employees, managers or—rock stars!