Lesson 7 Flashcards
Composed of individuals working together for a common purpose
Team
Same goals, think the same
Must compliment each other
Team
7 Core Components of the Psychology of Teamwork
1.Team Identity
2.Motivation
3.Emotional Awareness
4.Communication
5.Stress Tolerance
6.Conflict Resolution
7.Positive Mood
it foster a sense of belongingness, wherein team members are willing to work together and perform their role. It strengthen the loyalty of team members
team identity
it increase the energy, productivity, and responsibility levels of the team. A healthy competition reinforces the drive of the team members to contribute to the organizational goals
motivation
The team becomes more effective if members are aware or sensitive about the feelings of others. Members can work effectively if there is respect for one another.
Emotional awareness
it is important in working together as a group. It provides feedback and guidance on how well each of the team members listens, encourages participation, and discusses sensitive topics
communication
A team must be good in handling pressures on workloads, limited resources, handling difficult people and must members must learn work-life balance.
Stress tolerance
The team can work well if they will learn to handle disagreement effectively. Unsettled issues and conflict will affect the productivity of each members
Conflict resolution
it builds encouragement, a sense of humor, and an expectation of success. It promotes optimism, flexibility and resilience. Members are motivated to go beyond what they can do because of positive influence
positive mood
5 stages of Team Development
- Forming Stage
- Storming Stage
- Norming Stage
- Performing Stage
- Adjourning Stage
Team acquaints and establishes ground rules. Formalities are preserved and members are treated as strangers
Forming
Members start to communicate their feelings but still view themselves as individuals rather than part of the team. They resist control by group leaders and show hostility
Storming
People feel part of the team and realize that they can achieve work if they accept other viewpoint
Norming
The team works in an open and trusting atmosphere where flexibility is the key and hierarchy is of little importance
Performing