The five cultural diseases
| Disease Name | List of Symptoms | Example from the Corporate World | Supported Research |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toxic Leadership | High turnover, employee burnout, lack of trust | Companies with high CEO turnover rates and public scandals related to leadership behavior | Studies on leadership impact on employee satisfaction and performance |
| Silos | Poor communication, project delays, inefficiencies | Large corporations where departments work independently without collaboration | Research on organizational structure and its effects on performance |
| Greed (Profit Over People) | Unethical behavior, exploitation, legal issues | Scandals involving unethical practices for profit maximization | Analysis of corporate ethics and sustainability practices |
| Poor Communication | Misunderstandings, conflicts, missed opportunities | Project failures attributed to communication breakdowns | Studies on communication channels and effectiveness in organizations |
| Fear of Failure | Risk aversion, lack of innovation, stagnation | Companies that missed out on market opportunities due to fear of innovating | Research on corporate culture and innovation |