Topic 10

Question 1

What is a team?

Answer 1

A team is a small number of people who are committed to a common goal that they are mutually accountable for reaching.

Question 2

What are the stages that teams typically pass through before becoming productive?

Answer 2

Teams typically pass through stages known as Forming, Norming and Performing before they become productive.

Question 3

What is the biggest cause of conflict in teams?

Answer 3

The biggest cause of conflict in teams is personality issues, determined by innate qualities (nature) and experiences (nurture).