90 brilliantmanager Summary The principle that underlies the culture of your team is: Consistent behaviour by the leader sets the tone for the culture. Your actions will tell the team what you approve of and what you disapprove of. You need to be aware of the impact that the subtle signals you send will have on your team's culture. Issues such as your office accommodation, how you prioritise your time and how you react to bad news will have a significant effect on the culture of your team. Suggested reading DeMarco, Tom and Timothy Lister (1999), Peopleware: Productive