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Solving Problems in Groups and Teams (Chapter 10) (Terms/Definitions…

- - - - Is the job beyond the capacity of one person? They may call for more information than a single person possesses or can gather.
      - Are individuals tasks interdependent? The best tasks are for groups are ones in which members can help one another in some way.
      - Is there more than one decision or solution? Groups are best suited to tackling problems that have no single straightforward answer.
      - Is there potential for disagreement? Tackling a problem as a group is essential if you need the support of everyone involved.
  - - - Build cohesiveness (8 goals) 1. Focus on shared or compatible goals, 2. Recognize progress toward goals, 3. Establish shared norms and values, 4. Minimize percieved threats between members, 5. Emphasize members' interdependence, 6. Recognize threats from outside group, 7. Develop mutual liking and friendship, 8. Share group experiences.