cohesion

(noun)

The state of working together or being united.

Related Terms

  • incentive

Examples of cohesion in the following topics:

  • Team Cohesiveness

    • Team cohesion develops over time.
    • Social scientists have explained the phenomenon of group cohesiveness in different ways.
    • Team cohesion is related to a range of positive and negative consequences.
    • Members of more cohesive groups tend to communicate with one another in a more positive fashion than those of less cohesive groups.
    • Membership in a cohesive team can also have negative consequences.
  • Group Conflict as a Barrier to Decision Making

    • Group cohesion, or positive feelings between individuals and productive working relationships, contributes to effective group decision making.
    • In cohesive groups information is more easily shared, norms of trust mean it is easier to challenge ideas, and common values help focus decisions around shared goals.
  • Leadership Styles

    • This approach values the perspectives and interests of individual group members while also contributing to team cohesion.
    • For a highly motivated and cohesive team with a homogeneous level of expertise, a democratic leadership style may be more effective.
  • Constructive Team Conflict

    • Addressing conflict can increase team cohesion by engaging members in discussions about important issues.
  • Choosing Team Size and Team Members

    • Membership in excess of twelve resulted in increased conflict and greater potential of subgroups forming that can disrupt team cohesion.
  • E-Leadership

    • The lack of social interaction can inhibit trust and group cohesion.
  • Team Building

    • The purpose is to create a cohesive group from a set of individuals and avoid common pitfalls that can undermine a team, such as conflict, miscommunication, and lack of trust.
  • The Manager's Role in Group Decisions

    • A clear statement of the question to be resolved can help unify the group and create cohesion that engages members and improves collaboration.
  • Servant Leadership

    • Building community: A servant leader builds a sense of unity and cohesion among individuals so they can work together for common goals.
  • Virtual Teams

    • Distance and lack of regular personal interaction can make it difficult for trust and group cohesion to develop.
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