stages of group development

four stages of group development

1. STAGES OF GROUP FORMATION Presented By : KAZIM HUSSAIN BS IT (Eve) 15-102 Course Instructor : Mr. Ahmad Tisman Pasha

2. Groups are an integral part of modern organizations. They are present everywhere, from the shop floor to the highest levels of management.

3. Stephen robbins defines a group “as two or more individuals, interacting and interdependent, who have come together to achieve particular objectives.”

4. STAGES OF GROUP DEVELOPMENT A group passes through five lifecycle stages Forming Storming Norming Performing Adjourning

5. 1. Forming Group forms & situation is uncertain & disorganized 2. Storming Turbulence, disruption, & frustration is at highest level 3. Norming 4. Performing 5. Adjourning Share vision, values, goals, and expectations ; deviations are not welcome Roles are specific, goals are clear, and results are noted Orderly disbanding

6. (1) Forming stage Initial entry of member Members concern’s include: Getting to know each other Determining group’s real task Defining group rules Guidance is needed from the leader.

7. Forming Stage Checking out Personalities and telnets of other members. Members focus their discussion on the task at hand, not worrying about relationships. Feelings going through members include uncertainty they ask themselves “Do I belong ” and “will i be accepted by group ”

8. (2) Storming stage A period of high emotionality & tension among group members Members concern’s include: Dealing with outside demands. Clarifying membership expectations. Dealing with obstacles to group goals. Understanding members’ interpersonal style

9. Some members remain silent while others try to dominant Some member question authority and competency of the group leader The group leader has to rise the conflict issue and deal with it .

10. (3) Norming stage A point at which group really begins to come together as a coordinated unit. Members concern’s include: Holding group together. Dealing with divergent views and criticisms. Dealing with a premature sense of accomplishment.

11. Conflicts are resolved and there is a stronger sense of belonging to the group . Creativity is high. People know where they fit and what is expected of them .

12. (4) Performing stage Marks the emergence of mature, organized, well-functioning group group . Members deal with complex tasks and handle internal disagreements in creative ways. Primary challenge is to continue to improve relationships and performance.

13. Group members can now focus on the task and care for other members of the group . Group identity is complete , group morale is high , and group loyalty is intense .

14. (5) Adjourning stage The group terminates because the task has been achieved or when the members have left due to failure or loss of interest . A well-integrated group is: Able to disband when its work is finished. Willing to work together in the future.

15. Factors affecting group decisions © PhotoDisc The size of groups Communication ways Leadership styles Skills used in groups

16. Characteristics of an effective group © PhotoDisc High commitment to achieving goals Clear understanding of the group’s work Open communication and trust Ideas sharing and generating Constructive criticism and suggestions

17. Effective group is when Group achieve high levels of: Task performance. Member satisfaction Team viability

18. Effect of failure of five stages model If project fails then members blame each other Maybe project completed after given time After failure member maybe leave his/her job Chances of dissatisfaction Not for big group