Company Culture

Understanding culture of a company can be difficult, especially coming into a new place. In the video below, I we can see what corporate culture is and how it is made.

Personal Experience:

This summer, I’ve had the opportunity to learn more about supply chain and gain a deeper understanding of my company as a whole. I recently took on a role at P&G and quickly realized how unique each company’s culture can be. Coming in, I expected a typical “corporate life” experience—cubicles, limited diversity of thought, and a cutthroat environment. But I couldn’t have been more wrong.

From day one, I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly, growth-oriented atmosphere that P&G fosters. I experienced this firsthand through various events and meetings, which helped me quickly understand and feel comfortable in the company’s culture. Learning the culture is key to thriving in any organization. It takes time, but I’ve gathered some helpful tips to support you in understanding and adapting to your company’s culture.

• Observe first, act second
  Take time to understand the environment before jumping in.

• Focus on communication dynamics
  Pay attention to how people interact and what the communication norms are.

• Learn from your coworkers and managers
  Watch how they work, communicate, and adapt to the culture.

• Network across the company
  Build relationships with people outside of your immediate team.

• Attend optional and networking events
  These are great opportunities to learn and connect.

• Ask polite, thoughtful questions
  Be curious, but also mindful of timing and context.

• Be situationally aware
  Understand the setting before speaking or acting.

• Take note of what you learn
  Whether mentally or physically, track your observations to better understand and adapt to the culture.