Key Terms
Definition
Events that include individuals from outside the company (sporting events, theater, meals, etc.)
Factors that influence cohesion (three main)
1. Size - small groups are more cohesive; more opportunity for direct interaction 2.
Order of steps
1. Build the outline first — always 2.
With any tool
Review organizational security protocols and establish group member editing roles before starting.
Core principle
Company events are professional obligations, not personal celebrations. Behave accordingly regardless of the setting.
If seated
Engage equally with guests to your left, right, and across; prioritize guests over coworkers
Group
Common interest, information sharing, no collective accountability Team: collective performance, individual and mutual a
Virtual team
Common purpose, different locations; 140% growth 2005-2018
Self-managed team
Autonomous; handles technical and HR tasks; highest groupthink risk Social cohesion: willingness to cooperate; influence
Free-rider effect
Member slacks assuming others will cover Sucker effect: other members reduce effort in response to free rider Directive