Group Dynamics and Team Building English 2010

Human beings exhibit some characteristic behavior patterns in groups. Group dynamics is concerned with the interaction and forces among group members in a social situation. The understanding of group behaviour and properties of group are essential to be a good manager as well as an effective member of groups. It has been observed that groups enjoy their greatest success when they become more productive units called teams. The concept of team building refers to the process of establishing and developing a greater sense of collaboration and trust between team members. Interactive exercises, team assessments, and group discussions enable groups to cultivate this greater sense of teamwork. This book elaborates the concept of group dynamics and team building in detail. This masterpiece would prove to be a great resource for the CEOs, functional Heads, other managers, organisation development consultants, academicians, management students, entrepreneurs, trainers and all individuals who want to understand the dynamics of groups and team building in an organisation. Contents Include: Understanding Group Dynamics/Building Teams/Dynamics of High Performing Teams/Managing Cross-functional Teams/Managing Diverse and Virtual Teams/Self-management Teams/Team-building Skills/Interpersonal Skills for Teams/From Managing Teams to Leading Teams/Empowering Teams/Dynamics of Conflict/Conflict Management/CEO & Top Management: Leveraging through Teams/Rewarding Teams & Members/Team Leaders' Guide kit/Team-building Tool Kit