Essay About Characteristics Of Effective Teams And Personal Responsibility

Teamwork
Managing Organisations and People 468901Week 2, Session 1: Teamwork Preparation What are the characteristics of effective teams?At work, or in your last group project in any setting were you a contributing team member?Meeting the team’s performance needsI engaged the team in clarifying plans and deadlines.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI suggested corrective action to improve performance      5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI kept the discussion focussed on relevant items.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverTaking personal responsibility for own participation   came to meetings well prepared     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI was consistently on time to meetings     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI followed through on promises and commitments.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverFacilitating team communicationI was a focussed active listener.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI verbalised my insights and recommendations.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI provided constructive feedback to others.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverManaging healthy conflict among membersI did not shy away from disputes.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI knew when to stop pushing for my own position.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI intervened constructively when conflicts arose.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverMeeting socio-emotional needs of team membersI showed team members appreciation and support.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI celebrated the accomplishments of others.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverI praised people for a job well done.     5                4              3                2            1always      often      sometimes   seldom  neverTOTAL each sub-section of three questions (1-3, 4-6, etc.) and write your combined total here.[pic 1]