8. Discuss and consider each of the following elements:
8.1. What does 'consultation and joint decision-making' mean to our team?
8.2. Examples of times where we failed as a team to consult or engage in joint decision making. 8.3. What we could do as a team to improve consultation and joint decision making practices
8.4. List examples of constructive behaviours in the team that fosters collaboration and think of ways to acknowledge and maximise these behaviours
8.5. List examples of disruptive or destructive behaviours in the team. 8.6. How do these disruptive behaviours affect the team's collaboration and performance?
8.7. How could you make team members aware of their disruptive or destructive behaviours in a sensitive manner in order to minimise the impact on the team?
9. Write key-notes on the topics discussed.
8.1. Consultation and joint decision-making mean actively involving all team members in the decision-making process, considering their input, perspectives, and expertise, and coming to a consensus or agreement collectively.
8.2. Examples of times where we failed to consult or engage in joint decision-making include instances where decisions were made unilaterally by a team leader without input from others, or where team members were not given the opportunity to voice their opinions and perspectives.
8.3. To improve consultation and joint decision-making practices, we could establish regular team meetings where all members are encouraged to contribute ideas and feedback, create structured decision-making processes that involve input from all team members, and foster a culture of open communication and collaboration.
8.4. Constructive behaviors that foster collaboration in a team include active listening, respect for diverse opinions, willingness to compromise, and a focus on achieving the team's goals rather than individual interests. To acknowledge and maximize these behaviors, team leaders could provide positive feedback, recognize and reward collaborative efforts, and facilitate team-building activities.
8.5. Examples of disruptive or destructive behaviors in a team may include dominating discussions, disregarding others' opinions, undermining team decisions, and creating a negative or hostile work environment.
8.6. These disruptive behaviors can negatively impact the team's collaboration and performance by eroding trust among team members, leading to conflicts and disagreements, hindering effective communication, and undermining the team's ability to work cohesively towards common goals.
8.7. To make team members aware of their disruptive or destructive behaviors in a sensitive manner, team leaders could provide constructive feedback in a private and non-judgmental setting, facilitate open discussions about team dynamics and communication issues, and offer coaching or training opportunities to address and improve problematic behaviors.
9. Key-notes:
- Consultation and joint decision-making are essential for effective teamwork and collaboration.
- Failure to consult or engage in joint decision-making can lead to disengagement, conflicts, and suboptimal outcomes.
- To improve consultation and joint decision-making practices, teams can establish clear communication channels, foster a culture of inclusivity and respect, and prioritize collective decision-making.
- Constructive behaviors that foster collaboration should be acknowledged and maximized, while disruptive behaviors should be addressed and mitigated to ensure a positive team dynamic and performance.