Thanks for your thoughtful reply.

 I think the degree of access managers have to the two skill sets (Relating and Requiring) is more a function of their upbringing, background and experiences, but the degree to which they use both skill sets will depend, as you state, on the culture of the organization. I completely agree with your comment that cultures influence managers more than new managers influence cultures. So, managers who might naturally have access to both skill sets might not use one of them in a culture that suppresses people or makes them conform to the Organizationally Dominant skill set.

Also, organizations who have a strong culture of, let's say Over-requiring, will likely hire new managers who fit their profile of a "good" manager--one who is tough and demanding. So, strong cultures become self-sustaining and self-fulfilling.

Thanks again for your thoughts.