Stages in Group Development by Ronna Joy Lopez

Creating impressions with other members

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For the first few meetings, politeness is displayed to try and get on the good side of other members.

Conflicts are avoided

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Without fully knowing well the other members, avoiding conflicts is the safest option.

Conflicts and cliques are formed

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Diverse viewpoints and values among members lead to disagreements within the group.

Acknowledge the strengths of each members

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As members become more familiar with each other, they develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of individual strengths.

Members work effectively

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With a sense of unity and a shared vision, members become increasingly focused on working effectively to achieve their goals.

Completing the task

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The group wraps up its activities and finalizes any outstanding tasks while members reflect on their accomplishments and experiences.

Celebrates success

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Members acknowledge and celebrate its achievements, recognizing individual and collective contributions.

Group disbands

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Breaking up the team when the required task is complete.

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Members are guarded and anxious

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Due to unfamiliarity with other members, one tends to be guarded and anxious.

Getting to know each other

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Members may be total strangers and are only meeting each other for the first time.

Members are confident

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Members are becoming more transparent, dropping their social masks, and displaying their genuine selves with confidence within the group.

Different opinions arise

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Members has their own distinct views and preferences, each believing in the validity of their perspective.

Member have a willingness to adjust

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Members are more open to feedback and actively seeking assistance which enhances their cooperation

Members are motivated

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High motivation, trust, and empathy is displayed within the group.

Working as a group to achieve the goals of the group

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The team is now fully functioning and is highly dedicated to reaching its collective goals.

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Willingness to cooperate and collaborate with one another

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Members are now open to communication and collaboration, as well as demonstrates the willingness to accept and acknowledge differences in their opinions.

Resolution of conflicts

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Group members find constructive ways to address and resolve disagreements, leading to increased cooperation.

Challenges to group norms and authority

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Some members may question established norms, challenge the authority of leaders, or resist conforming to the group's expectations, leading to tension and struggles within the group.

Synergy Emerges

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Members collaborate to produce greater results than the sum of their individual efforts. Each member's strengths balance the limitations of others, resulting in improved performance.

Transition Planning

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As the group disbands, there's a need to plan for the transition of responsibilities and knowledge.