Effective Management of Teams

1. What is the primary goal of a team?

• To work independently on different tasks

• To compete with each other for promotions

• To work interdependently toward a common goal

• To follow the leader without question

2. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective team?

• A) Trust

• B) Decision by consensus
  

• C) Rigid hierarchy

• D) Synergy

3. Which stage of team development involves conflict as members adjust to roles?

• A) Forming

• B) Storming

• C) Norming

• D) Performing

4. Which of the following is a key principle of team management?

• A) Ignoring conflicts

• B) Avoiding accountability

• C) Leadership and decision-making

• D) Micromanaging every task

Effective team management leads to better decision-making and productivity.

• True

• False

6. What is a common challenge in managing teams?

• A) Lack of trust or cooperation

• B) Clear communication

• C) Strong leadership

• D) High motivation

7. Encouraging open _______ helps prevent misunderstandings in teams.

8. Which strategy is useful for resolving team conflicts?

• A) Avoiding the issue

• B) Encouraging team bonding activities

• C) Ignoring team feedback

• D) Increasing individual work over collaboration

9. What is the final stage of team development?

• A) Adjourning

• B) Storming

• C) Performing

• D) Norming

10. Poor communication is a challenge that teams often face

• True

• False