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1. Introduction
2. Back in time
3. What is a team?
4. Some relevant books
5. Why work in teams? Evidence of effectiveness
6. The five-stage model of group development
7. Group performance
8. Process loss and gain
9. Ways to reduce social loafing
10. Basic concepts in group working
11. Conformity/deviance and goal accomplishment
12. Status and roles
13. IPO-model of team effectiveness
14. Positively valuing diversity
15. Create a shared vision
16. Clear, relevant objectives
17. Role and cultural understanding
18. Ensure effective communication
19. Extend decision making
20. Focus on quality and innovation
21. Ensure clear leadership
22. Building an effective team
23. Team climate for innovation
24. Team vision/objectives
25. Participation in teams
26. Team task orientation
27. Team support for innovation
28. Reflexivity
29. Reflexivity upon...
30. Aston team performance inventory
31. Knowledge, skills and abilities for teamwork
32. Communication
33. Goal setting and performance management
34. Planning and co-ordination
35. Collaborative problem-solving
36. Conflict resolution
37. Failures of team-based working
38. Traditional vs. team based
39. Circle of trust
40. Summary and implications

Topics Covered

• The role of teams in the work place
• Factors that influence effective team work
• Distinction between real and pseudo team working
• The critical success factors for teams: clear objectives, clear roles, good communication and reflexivity
• Team member knowledge, skills and abilities for team work
• Barriers to effective team work
• The importance of positive team environments to encourage effectiveness and innovation

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Series:

• Managing Organizations

Categories:

• Management, Leadership & Organisation

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Publication History

• Published on July 4, 2010