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Learning Objective<\/h3>\r\n
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  1. Identify guidelines for developing cohesion in your team.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div>\r\nSteps to Creating and Maintaining a Cohesive Team<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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    There are several steps you can take as a manager to help build a cohesive team. For example, you can work to:<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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    • Align the group with the greater organization. Establish common objectives in which members can get involved.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Let members have choices in setting their own goals. Include them in decision making at the organizational level.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Define clear roles. Demonstrate how each person\u2019s contribution furthers the group goal\u2014everyone is responsible for a special piece of the puzzle.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Situate group members in proximity to one another. This builds familiarity.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Give frequent praise, both to individuals and to the group, and encourage them to praise each other. This builds individual self-confidence, reaffirms positive behavior, and creates an overall positive atmosphere.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Treat all members with dignity and respect. This demonstrates that there are no favorites and everyone is valued.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Celebrate differences. This highlights each individual\u2019s contribution while also making diversity a norm.<\/li>\r\n \t
    • Establish common rituals. Thursday morning coffee, monthly potlucks\u2014these reaffirm group identity and create shared experiences.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
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      Key Takeaway<\/h3>\r\n

      There are many things you can do to help build a cohesive team. One key thing to remember is that too much cohesion without strong performance norms can be a problem. Many of the ways to build cohesive groups are also fun, such as celebrating successes and creating rituals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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      Exercises<\/h3>\r\n
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      1. Think of the most cohesive group you have ever been in. What factors made the group so close?<\/li>\r\n \t
      2. What are some challenges you see to creating a cohesive group?<\/li>\r\n \t
      3. How does team size affect cohesion?<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"
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        Learning Objective<\/h3>\n
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        1. Identify guidelines for developing cohesion in your team.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

          Steps to Creating and Maintaining a Cohesive Team<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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          There are several steps you can take as a manager to help build a cohesive team. For example, you can work to:<\/p>\n

            \n
          • Align the group with the greater organization. Establish common objectives in which members can get involved.<\/li>\n
          • Let members have choices in setting their own goals. Include them in decision making at the organizational level.<\/li>\n
          • Define clear roles. Demonstrate how each person\u2019s contribution furthers the group goal\u2014everyone is responsible for a special piece of the puzzle.<\/li>\n
          • Situate group members in proximity to one another. This builds familiarity.<\/li>\n
          • Give frequent praise, both to individuals and to the group, and encourage them to praise each other. This builds individual self-confidence, reaffirms positive behavior, and creates an overall positive atmosphere.<\/li>\n
          • Treat all members with dignity and respect. This demonstrates that there are no favorites and everyone is valued.<\/li>\n
          • Celebrate differences. This highlights each individual\u2019s contribution while also making diversity a norm.<\/li>\n
          • Establish common rituals. Thursday morning coffee, monthly potlucks\u2014these reaffirm group identity and create shared experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            Key Takeaway<\/h3>\n

            There are many things you can do to help build a cohesive team. One key thing to remember is that too much cohesion without strong performance norms can be a problem. Many of the ways to build cohesive groups are also fun, such as celebrating successes and creating rituals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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            Exercises<\/h3>\n
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            1. Think of the most cohesive group you have ever been in. What factors made the group so close?<\/li>\n
            2. What are some challenges you see to creating a cohesive group?<\/li>\n
            3. How does team size affect cohesion?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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