Identity in Organizations Building Theory Through Conversations [Paperback]

This investigation of the fundamental character of organizational identity and identification with an organization is arranged in the form of a provocative discussion between key scholars.

The book focuses on three different paradigmatic views of identity: functionalist, interpretive and postmodern. Similarities and distinctions among these ways of understanding are explored, and numerous theoretical and practical insights are gained. The book concludes with a discussion of the relevance of identity as a construct in organizational study, and observations on conversation and theory building.This investigation of the fundamental character of organizational identity and identification with an organization is arranged in the form of a provocative discussion between key scholars.

The book focuses on three different paradigmatic views of identity: functionalist, interpretive and postmodern. Similarities and distinctions among these ways of understanding are explored, and numerous theoretical and practical insights are gained. The book concludes with a discussion of the relevance of identity as a construct in organizational study, and observations on conversation and theory building.

"The content of the book, conservational style, and the pushes to extract research questions are motivating." 

Preface - David Whetten
Why Organizational Identity and Why Conversations?
The Definition and MetaDefinition of Identity - Stuart Albert
PART ONE: WHAT DOES ORGANIZATIONAL IDENTITY MEAN?
From Individual to Organizational Identity - Dennis Gioia
The Identity of Organizations - Dennis Gioia et al
PART TWO: WHAT DOES IDENTITY IMPLY FOR STRATEGY?
Organizational Identity within the Strategic Management Conversation - Larry Stimpert, Yolanda Sarason and Loren Gustafson
ContributionlsP