Discuss and consider each of the following elements: 8.1. What does 'consultation and joint decision-making' mean to our team? failed as a team to consult or engage in joint decision making. 8.2. Examples of times where we 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 means actively involving all team members in discussions and decision-making processes, ensuring that everyone's input is considered and valued.
8.2. Examples of times where our team failed to consult or engage in joint decision-making include instances where decisions were made without input from all team members, leading to dissatisfaction and lack of buy-in.
8.3. To improve consultation and joint decision-making practices, our team could schedule regular team meetings to discuss important decisions, encourage open communication and feedback, and create a culture of collaboration and inclusivity.
8.4. Constructive behaviors in the team that foster collaboration include active listening, sharing of ideas and perspectives, seeking input from all team members, and recognizing and appreciating individual contributions. These behaviors can be acknowledged and maximized by providing opportunities for team members to showcase their strengths and skills, and by giving praise and recognition for collaborative efforts.
8.5. Examples of disruptive or destructive behaviors in the team include dominating discussions, dismissing others' opinions, creating a negative work environment, and undermining team cohesion.
8.6. These disruptive behaviors can affect the team's collaboration and performance by eroding trust, demotivating team members, hindering communication, and leading to poor decision-making.
8.7. To make team members aware of their disruptive or destructive behaviors in a sensitive manner, team leaders could provide feedback in a private and constructive manner, encourage self-reflection and awareness, and offer support and resources for behavior improvement. Setting clear expectations for behavior and holding team members accountable can also help minimize the impact on the team.
9. Key notes:
- Consultation and joint decision-making are essential for effective teamwork.
- Failure to consult or engage in joint decision-making can lead to dissatisfaction and lack of buy-in.
- To improve practices, teams can schedule regular meetings, encourage open communication, and create a culture of collaboration.
- Constructive behaviors foster collaboration, while disruptive behaviors can hinder team performance and cohesion.
- Team leaders should address disruptive behaviors sensitively to minimize their impact on the team.