After reading this article you will learn about the determinants and consequences of group cohesiveness. Determinants of Group Cohesiveness: There are factors that increase and decrease group cohesiveness. 1. Factors that increase cohesiveness: Members of a cohesive group share common goals, remain attached to one another, conform to the group standards and unitedly work to achieve the goals. The following [...]
Groups can be categorized as follows: I. Formal and informal groups, II. Primary and secondary groups and III. Small and large group. Type # 1. Formal and Informal Groups: Formal Groups: Formal groups are deliberately created to carry out specific tasks for attainment of organisational goals. These groups have clearly defined authority-responsibility relationships, communication channels, rules and regulations to govern [...]
This article will guide you about how groups influence member behaviour. 1. Members of informal groups are guided by common social and cultural values. These values perpetuate their group goals and are further reinforced by interaction amongst group members. 2. They fulfill needs of interaction, recognition and acceptance by others. Members who are not recognised by their managers derive a [...]