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This is a behavioural theory initially developed by B.F.Skinner. It finds application in various spheres of life. One of its uses is by psychiatrists to interrupt certain socially unacceptable habits that children have, like sticking their fingers into their mouth.…
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Qualities of High Performance Teams–Katzenbach and Smith
Authors Jon Katzenbach and Douglas Smith have an interesting perspective on high performance teams. The authors studied team work across several companies and base their findings on case studies spanning tough business environments and work challenges. Their findings expose the…
Findings on High-Performing Teams
Author Stephen Robbins in the book titled ‘Essentials of Organizational Behaviour’ writes that high-performing teams are characterised by the following commonalities: Tend to be small sized teams Team members have three different types of skills, a) Technical, b) Problem solving…
Belbin’s Theory on Team Roles
Some people are good at strategic thinking, some have a propensity for action oriented roles and yet another may thrive in a role that requires brainstorming and creative contribution. Based on extensive studies, Meredith Belbin identified nine different roles that…
Knowledge management method
The term Knowledge Management was coined fairly recent. Though the concept has always been around, it is only in the information technology age that organisations have started looking more closely at this process and are designing formal systems to facilitate…
Margerison-McCann Work Wheel model
The Margerison-McCann work wheel model takes into account the task and the combination of teamwork functions necessary to achieve results on that task. The model identifies eight factors based on broad teamwork functions and these eight factors form the Margerison-McCann…
No Trust Between Team Members
If there is a lack of trust between team members, it can result in a team that is not united in its approach. This can be shown through poor co-ordination, poor co-operation and minimal sharing of knowledge and resources. It…
Ineffective Interaction and Unproductive Team Meetings
All the complexities of team dynamics come to the fore at the meeting. The meeting is one of the most critical aspects of the team process with strategies and innovative solutions to problems emerging during this time. The team meeting…
Poor Role Clarity
The clarity of roles is a must in a team situation. When roles are not clearly defined, this can lead to conflict and confusion on tasks. Team members may not understand what exactly is expected of each of them. Some…
Faulty Analysis of Market Conditions and Flawed Company Policies
At times a team can fail due to uncertainties in market conditions and an inability to read the signs of change. It could be due to poor forecasting models, foresight, understanding of market forces or a weak analysis of the…