Debriefing: Subarctic Survival Situation

synergy

not a single person did better than the team

Team Decisions

Generally better than an individual

Teams that work

together synergistically can produce extraordinary results

Synergistic decision making is based on:

people are supportive, follow rational sequence of activities, can perform beyond the sum of their parts

The Interpersonal Process

· Listening to others
· Supporting their efforts to do well
· Differing with others when necessary in a manner that is constructive rather than defensive
· Participating equally in group discussions

Listening

objectively weigh what has been said; try to understand their point of view

Constructive Differing

state differences without accusing or blaming; treat differences as a source of ideas rather than conflict

Participating

• Recognize that you are facing the problem as a group

• Determine whether everyone agrees with statements regarding the group's position

• Ask less talkative members for their ideas and opinions

• Ensure that ALL members feel comfortable enough to express their ideas

The Rational Process

• analyze the situation (determine the facts of the situation)

• identify objectives or goals (survive)

• simplify the problem

• consider alternative strategies

• discuss adverse consequences

Reaching a consensus decision

• Voting and majority rule are not used to defeat dissenting members

• Priority is placed on ranking the items in a way that all members can live with aka consensus

• Alternatives and rankings are modified to satisfy members with serious reservations