Teams and Team Work

Paper Summary:

The paper shows how motivational techniques have a positive impact on the functioning of groups as well as on the process of team leading. The paper discusses the expectancy theory regarding the theme of motivation. The paper looks at group dynamics and focuses on the five stage model of forming- storming- norming-performing and adjourning. The paper explores leading teams and the need to create effective teams.

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Abstract
Purpose
Background
Approach
Limitations
Motivation
Group dynamics
Team leading
Recommendations
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The contemporary tendencies in the field of business impose the use of teams and team work in order to render companies more competitive and more successful. Human resources have become a strategic asset for any organization, regardless of its filed of action. Under these circumstances, the importance of a coherent functioning of teams within a company has become fundamental. The direct implication of this fact is to be found in the area of motivation. The expectancy theory provides a complex analysis instrument from this point of view, helping us to understand the relation between the expectations that people have and the amount of effort that they would be willing to make in order to achieve a goal. In addition, the rules of efficient team leading and the control of group dynamics must be underlined as being relevant for the successful running of business."

Sample of Sources Used:

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