Enhancing Organizational Culture and Performance in Deposit Money Banks through Inclusive Communication

This study investigates the role of inclusive communication in shaping organizational culture and enhancing performance in Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Using a mixed-method research design, data were collected from 146 employees across Zenith Bank and Access Bank branches through structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with 8 participants. Grounded in Organizational Culture Theory and Open Systems Theory, the findings reveal that inclusive communication significantly shapes organizational culture by fostering transparency, trust, and shared values. The study also demonstrates that inclusive communication positively impacts employee engagement, collaboration, and job satisfaction, thereby enhancing organizational performance. However, persistent barriers including hierarchical structures, technical jargon, and limited feedback mechanisms continue to constrain full inclusivity. The study recommends strengthening feedback systems, implementing continuous training programs, and integrating minority voices to dismantle communication barriers. These findings contribute to understanding how inclusive communication serves as both a cultural artifact and systemic mechanism for organizational effectiveness in Nigerian banking.

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