XV. Boundary Roles

 

The Boundary Role

Objectives:

To determine the demands of the boundry role function

 

To explore the impact of the boundary role function on negotiating effectiveness

Time:

30–45 minutes

Group Size:

3–4

Materials:

Boundary Role Worksheet for each person.

Trainer’s Notes:

This exercise is particularly appropriate for a homogenous group of boundary role people.

 

If you are unfamiliar with the literature on boundary roles or with the Adams’ Paradox, you should read the following articles:

 

Cynthia S. Fobian, Interorganizational Negotiation and Accountability: An Examination of Adams’ Paradox. Iowa: National Institute for Dispute Resolution, 1987.

 

J.S. Adams, “The Structure and Dynamics of Behavior in ...

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