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contribute directly to the group’s completion of a a task or achievement of its goal or purpose
Task roles
the “idea person” who communicates “big picture” thoughts and suggestions that feed group discussion
Substantive leader
the person who gives the most guidance, perhaps sfollowing up on the ideas generated by the substantive leader
Procedural leader
a task-related role that functions to keep the group on track toward completing its task by managing the agenda and setting and assessing goals in order to monitor the group’s progress
Expediter
the person who takes notes on the discussion and activities that occur during a group meeting. This role is the only role that is limited to one person at a time
Recorder
this person manages the flow of conversation in a group in order to achieve an appropriate balance so that all group members get to participate in a meaningful way
Gatekeeper
the person who has this task-related role asks for more information, elaboration, or clarification on items relevant to the group’s task
Information seeker
this role includes behaviors that are more evenly shared compared to other roles, as ideally, all group members present new ideas, initiate discussions of new topics, and contribute their own relevant knowledge and experiences
Information provider
a task-related role that functions to keep the group on track toward completing its task by managing the agenda and setting and assessing goals in order to monitor the group’s progress
Expediter
function to create and maintain social cohesion and fulfill the interpersonal needs of group members
Maintenance roles