This article throws light upon the four main stages involved in the development of groups. The stages are: 1. Forming 2. Storming 3. Norming 4. Performing. Stage # 1. Forming: The members join to form a group. They get to know each other and find behaviours which are acceptable or unacceptable to other members of the group. Forming provides structure [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Organisation Structure 2. Elements of Organisation Structure 3. Forms. Meaning of Organisation Structure: Organisation is "establishing effective behavioural relationships among persons so that they may work together efficiently and gain personal satisfaction in doing selected tasks under given environmental conditions for the purpose of achieving some goal or objective" [...]
This article throws light upon the three main factors affecting group functions. The factors are: 1. Group Size 2. Group Composition 3. Group Goals and Tasks. Factor # 1. Group Size: Group size is an important factor that affects functions performed in a group. Smaller groups complete tasks faster than larger ones. They are also more productive than large groups. [...]