Teamwork and Conflict Management Flashcards

Flashcards for review based on lecture notes about Teamwork and Conflict Management.

cannot

Tasks are complex and time-consuming because a single person ___ handle it all.

common aim

Problems in teamwork include a lack of ___, different ideas, varying work speeds, no correct skills, no leader, and personal egos.

team dynamics

Establishing effective teams involves understanding different types of teams, team roles, team processes (stages), ___, and how to manage conflict.

informal

A sense of identity, friendships, and a communication network are advantages of ___ teams.

through a team

Increased motivation, productivity, and improved decision-making are benefits of working __.

Doer

The four team roles are Leader, Thinker, Carer, and __.

Adjourning

The Team Processes stages are Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing and __.

team dynamics

Lack of communication, lack of leadership, and personality differences can cause problems with ___.

combined

Team synergy is when __ effort is much stronger than individual effort.

mutual

Group consensus involves ___ consent, not necessarily agreement (compromise).

outcome

Projects are definable tasks, resourced with members, budgets, and resources – to achieve an __.

suppliers

A project manager is responsible to different stakeholders, including the sponsor, __ and clients.

project manager

Planning, organising, activating (leading), and controlling are the roles of a __.

common

A project charter communicates the __ goal to all team members to avoid misunderstandings.

conflict

__ can be a state of disharmony or a clash, often resulting from disagreement.