The purpose of this paper is to help you as the student explore and analyze how power dynamics and communication within teams influence decision-making and problem-solving processes in the workplace. Being able to understand how individuals and teams function within an organization is crucial to becoming an effective organizational leader.
- You will be focusing on the non-profit industry for this assignment
- Provide an overview of the importance of effective communication and power dynamics in the workplace. Explain how these factors can impact decision-making in groups and teams.
- Analyze the various forms of power (ie. legitimate, expert, referent, reward, coercive power) and their effects on team communication, decision-making, and problem-solving processes. Discuss how these power dynamics can influence group cohesion and performance.
- Explore different communication styles (ie. assertive, passive, aggressive) and discuss how these can impact decision-making and problem-solving in teams. Consider the role of cultural diversity in shaping communication styles and the implications for team dynamics.
- Investigate approaches to leadership (e.g. transformational, transactional, servant, and autocratic leadership) and evaluate their potential impact on communication, power dynamics, and decision-making in groups and teams.
- Provide recommendations or organizations to foster effective communication and manage power dynamics in teams. These recommendations should be informed by your analysis and aim to promote more effective decision-making and problem-solving within groups and teams.
- Conclude by summarizing your key findings and discussing their implications for organizational behavior and team management.
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Your paper should be 3-4 pages in length (this does not include your title page and references) and be APA formatting. Your paper should include a MINIMUM of 6 scholarly sources. All other sources that you utilize can come from non-scholarly (but reputable) sources.