Chapter 4. A Summary of the Four Models
There are different ways to structure a team, and as I said in chapter 3, no one model is the best model. It all depends on the three factors of team life, especially the team’s skill level.
The Work Group
The first of the four models is the work group. The work group does not fit the classic definition of a team. Therefore, technically we will not call it a team. But if the work is getting done and morale and productivity are good, it is a model that is working for you, so keep it.
Characteristics of the Work Group
One-way communication; top down
Little work-related communication among group members
Manager makes the decisions
This model works best when the manager or team leader is the most knowledgeable of the ...
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