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They may appear similar at first, but there are several key differences that distinguish teams from groups. | They may appear similar at first, but there are several key differences that distinguish teams from groups. | ||
These differences include structure, interdependence, communication, decision-making, and performance. | These differences include structure, interdependence, communication, decision-making, and performance. | ||
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This article explores each of these dimensions in detail, and it gives an overview about the psychologic, sociologic, and organizational aspects of teams/groups. | This article explores each of these dimensions in detail, and it gives an overview about the psychologic, sociologic, and organizational aspects of teams/groups. | ||
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| + | It will also take a look at the specific case of teams/groups in projects which plays a major role in project management and the importance of the group-/team dynamics in a project. | ||
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| + | By understanding the key differences between teams and groups, organizations and individuals can make informed decisions about which form of social organization is best suited for their specific needs and by understanding the key factors for successful teamwork project managers can provide an optimal environment in their teams/groups. | ||
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Revision as of 00:23, 13 February 2023
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the diferences between teams and groups. Teams and groups are two common forms of social organizations which are found in personal and professional settings. They may appear similar at first, but there are several key differences that distinguish teams from groups. These differences include structure, interdependence, communication, decision-making, and performance.
This article explores each of these dimensions in detail, and it gives an overview about the psychologic, sociologic, and organizational aspects of teams/groups.
Further this article dives into some models about key factors for successful teamwork, including the "five level model" by Hackman such as the IPO-model and it gives an overview about different roles in a team.
It will also take a look at the specific case of teams/groups in projects which plays a major role in project management and the importance of the group-/team dynamics in a project.
By understanding the key differences between teams and groups, organizations and individuals can make informed decisions about which form of social organization is best suited for their specific needs and by understanding the key factors for successful teamwork project managers can provide an optimal environment in their teams/groups.
Literature:
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