1. Introduction to Groups
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Introduction to Groups
HOD 1100 Small Group Behavior
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Agenda
Types of Groups
Benefits of Groups
Drawbacks of Groups
Trends in Organizations
Case Studies
Overview of the Course
Lessons from the Matrix
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3. Types of Groups Social Groups Personal Development Groups Task Groups
Build relationships
Provide mutual support
Provide enjoyment
Task Groups
Define tasks
Coordinate efforts
Achieve goals
Personal Development Groups
Facilitate individual development
Many groups have features of all three types
Examples
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Benefits of Groups
Improved productivity
Better decision making
More creative brainstorming
Increased personal satisfaction
Personal learning and development
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Drawbacks of Groups
Coordination losses
Interpersonal problems
Unclear goals or objectives
Unclear or undesirable roles
Social loafing
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6. Trends in Organizations
Prevalence of Teams
70% of Fortune 1000 companies are using teams to achieve organizational goals (Tata & Prasad, 2004)
Self-Directed Teams
Increased Motivation
Increased Productivity
Increased Complexity
Virtual Teams
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Case Studies
Lessons from Geese
Lessons from Organizations
Globe Metallurgical
Honeywell
IDS (subsidiary of American Express)
Lessons from United Flight 93
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8. Lessons from the Matrix
Be honest
Fate vs. personal responsibility
You know something is wrong
We are slaves to old ways of thinking
You have to experience the Matrix to understand it
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