GRO

Trust and a common bond begins to form between the members in the performing stage.

false

Our attitudes and perceptions define _______

how we see others how we see the world and ourselves within it

Interdependence usually _____ the way in which inputs (raw materials, knowledge, and effort) are combined to create outcomes (a computer, client feedback, or a landscaped park).

influences

______ conflict is the disagreement that occurs among members of a team when they have differing viewpoints, ideas, and perspectives regarding task or relationship issues.

intragroup

What is the main drawback of working with a larger number of people?

it's harder to share information

Forming

members gather and share information to establish connections

Accommodating Conflict Style

one side gives in to other party

People that we are surrounded by. Everyone else

others

Storming

people have to work through conflicts

What element can most affect group members' willingness to work with each other in a team?

?

In a group structure, there is no "task interdependence."

True

intragroup conflict

between group members

compromising conflict management style

both parties give up something of importance to arrive at a mutually agreeable solution

____ trust has an intellectual basis. It emerges as a result of systematic evaluations of others' professional capabilities, and the likelihood that these individuals will perform well in their roles.

cognitive

Both ________ trust and _______ trust play a part in the formation of norms within teams, as well as how those teams interact with each other while they are working together.

cognitive affective

_____ can be thought of in a number of different ways, but basically it comes down to how much confidence employees have in their coworkers

cohesion

Managers who can harness the power of ________ coupled with _________ are most likely to generate superior levels of team performance.

cohesion high performance norms

The reason groups are so important is because of the potential for (this term). It means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

competitive advantage

According to the text, there has to be _____ between members so that each person's energy, time, effort, and personal resources are used in the most effective manner?

coordination

What is the critical element in accomplishing tasks?

coordination

Team

efforts must be combined

Why is interdependence important in a team?

Employees will have to help each other more Employees need to share information

_______ is the least useful conflict management style and should be avoided as an approach.

Forcing

Which statement does not describe coordination? It differentiates a group or team from a random collection of "individuals." It helps teams become groups It connects the self and others. It is the key to great teamwork

It helps teams become groups

Four elements are essential to understanding the principle that all work is coordinated with others. Which of the items listed is not part of the four elements. Self Others Coordination Manager Task

Manager

According to the text, what is one of your most critical tasks as a manager?

Solve challenges to achieve a collective goal

A task is an objective or assigned work activity that needs to be performed to achieve a goal

True

In organizations today, because the nature of work is getting more complex and competitive, top management sees groups and teams as an important tool for increasing and maintaining competitive advantage.

True

Teaming skills will be key to increasing an organization's competitive advantage

True

when the employees are in the appropriate "group" or "team" structure, it helps in achieving desired goals.

True

_____ can be thought of in a number of different ways, but basically it comes down to how much confidence employees have in their coworkers.

Trust

________ means organizing shared aspects of an activity, or group of individuals, so that these activities or individuals can function together effectively.

coordination

_______________ is what ties together the efforts of individuals. Without it, they would be working alone and unable to achieve the goal.

coordination

According to the text, working together involves coordinating a number of different aspects. Which of the below aspects is not listed as part of working together. Ability Efficiency Energy Resources Time

efficiency

How reliant employees are on each other to achieve the results is called

employee interdependence

A class group project where each member receives the same grade based on the collective group project is correctly defined as a group and not a team.

false

Current research suggests that having multiple subgroups within an organization does not have a negative impact on the group as a whole.

false

Employee interdependence can be thought of in many different ways. For instance, task interdependence is the extent to which coworkers must ensure their own part of the work gets completed separately from the group.

false

Employees must know the supportive steps necessary that help members bond intellectually, emotionally, and organizationally.

false

In a team, members do not need rely on other people in order to achieve the goal.

false

It is helpful but not essential if managers assist members in handling interpersonal conflicts in a timely and effective manner.

false

Members assume task roles that serve to facilitate connections with the other group or team members, helping them to work well together.

false

Social loafing is most likely to occur when people see their overall contribution to the collective team goal. This includes feeling like their contribution is important, or when they think that their efforts will be noticed by the other team members.

false

The BGSU football team, where each member's contributions collectively impact the performance team's performance, should actually be classified as a group instead of a team.

false

When the size of the team increases, the efforts of each individual are easier to see.

false

collaborative conflict style

finds a solution that satisfies all people involved

A is a ____________ collection of people working towards a goal whose work is additive and not necessarily dependent on others.

group

KSAO

knowledge skills abilities and other characteristics

Forcing Conflict Style

one side insists that a certain position be taken by the while group

Avoiding Conflict Style

passively ignore not resolves it

dysfunctional conflict

pertain to aspects of the people

Select the two types of roles typically held or assumed by group or team members.

task relationship

A is __________ comprised of multiple people whose work must be combined in order to achieve the collective goal.

team

Group

the work of each person is additive

Why are teams seen as a means toward helping organizations maintain a competitive advantage?

the work they accomplish is more complex

Individuals working ________ can accomplish more than individuals working _________

together by themselves

Coordination means organizing shared aspects of an activity, or group of individuals, so that these activities or individuals can function together effectively.

true

In groups and teams, individuals working together can accomplish more than individuals working alone. The saying "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts" .

true

In the norming stage, a common bond begins to form between the members. Trust and reliance are established as members become comfortable with one another and the process of how work tasks will be completed.

true

It is no surprise that cohesiveness improves team performance since it helps the members communicate and coordinate more effectively. In contrast, when members of the team hide, or use others to camouflage their lack of effort, this social loafing is likely to have a negative performance outcomes. Social loafing reduces members' productivity, motivation, cohesiveness, and overall satisfaction.

true

When maximum effort is applied by all members, the creative solutions flow more freely, making more possible since everyone is actively working and thinking about the overall goal.

true

What is the key characteristic teams and groups need to create a sense of "US" and make effective functioning possible?

trust

Performing

typically the longest period, work gets done

What are two important considerations when management decides whether to assemble the people into a group or team structure?

what's the task at hand? how do the people relate to the desired outcome?

What is the best time to use the avoiding conflict management style?

when conflict is about something personal

A sense of who we are. Our purpose in the world.

self

4 key elements to as team / group

self others involved shared goal / task coordination of collective goal

functional conflict

task focused