...– Case Study 7 – March 23, 2013 Case Study #7 – The Forgotten Group Member March 23, 2013 Part I: Group Development The team’s current stage of development is the performing stage. According to the text, this is where the team members begin to deal with complex tasks and handle disagreements creatively. The group appears to be stable, motivated by team goals, and generally satisfied. (Schermerhorn, Hunt, & Osborn, 2012). This is where most of the group appears to be right now, with the exception of Mike. Mike seems to be the only one of the group not meeting expectations. An understanding of the team development stages could have assisted Christine in her leadership role, with this team, in several ways. First, if she would have focused more attention during the storming stage of group development, she might have been able to encourage Mike to be more of a team player. During the storming stage there is high tension and a lot of emotion. Cliques often form as individuals compete to impose their preference, and this can lead to some feeling left out. (Schermerhorn, Hunt, & Osborn, 2012) If Christine would have addressed the storming stage it would have put the group in a better place for the norming stage. In the norming stage team members start to come together around rules of behavior and what needs to be accomplished; it is a time of growing cooperation. (Schermerhorn, Hunt, & Osborn, 2012). Part II: Problem Identification The primary problem...
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... These practices will be presented in following areas: recruitment and selection, development and training, performance management, motivation, talent management, employee self-service systems. There will be also presented results of studies on the utilization of IT tools in HRM conducted in Polish enterprises. Results of conducted survey shows increasing utilization and variety of IT solutions in all surveyed areas in high-tech enterprises in the USA what caused the crucial influence of HRM process. The level of IT tool implementation in HRM processes taking place in Polish enterprises is low, which, according to enterprises, results from the lack of funds for implementation of this type of solutions. In the future enterprises are planning further implementation due to drawn advantages, consolidate individual HRM processes and implement cloud-based solutions. Keywords: human resources management, information technology, e-HR, HRM practices 1567 1. BACKGROUND 21. century has seen a rapid growth of information technologies in nearly all aspects of human activity and growth of the Internet users which was less than 1% of world population in 1995 and more than 40% in the middle of 2014 (Internet World Stats 2015). IT solutions can be widely applied in company management as in the crisis environment enterprises search for different...
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...Zero-Tolerance Team Feasibility Study: Lowering Drug Violations On Campus Kelsey L. Jones Feasibility Study: Lowering Drug Violations on Campus Technical Communications Joyce Gorgan March 26, 2012 Table of Contents Executive Summary....................................................................................................................4 Introduction.................................................................................................................................5 Research Methods.......................................................................................................................6 Results.........................................................................................................................................8 Criminal Background Check Process..........................................................................................8 Cost.................................................................................................................8 Effectiveness...................................................................................................9 Legality...........................................................................................................9 Undercover Police Officers.........................................................................................................9 Cost...................................................................................................
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... Introduction : 1 The social and political context evaluation research: the utilisation of evaluation results : 2 Negotiating the evaluation : 3 Process of evaluation research : 3 Conceptualisation and Diagnosis : 3 Appraisals, Needs, and Impact Assessments : 4 Formative evaluation : 4 Programme monitoring and process evaluation : 5 Effectiveness and efficiency Assessment : 5 Evaluation design : 6 Purposes of evaluation research : 6 How will evaluation research be used : 6 Guidelines for maximising the utilisation of evaluation research results : 7 Conclusion : 8 Bibliography : 9 Introduction Evaluation research, sometimes called programme or project evaluation refers to a type of research rather than a specific research method (Babbie, 2001). It concerns itself with determining whether a social intervention, policy, or programme has produced or not produced the intended result (Cloete, 2006). Rossi, Freeman, and Lipsey (2004) define programme evaluation as the use of social research procedures to systematically investigate the effectiveness of social intervention programmes. Patton (1986) has defined programme evaluation as the systematic collection of information about the activities, characteristics, and outcomes of programmes for the use by specific people to reduce uncertainities, improve effectiveness and make decisions with regard to what...
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...The social work profession is one that exceeds both boundaries and expectations. With the proper credentials and knowledge, there are no limitations on individuals who consider themselves empathetic, diligent, and serving. For some social work professionals, human health is their ground for providing assistance to clients who may not be able to help themselves. In this field, social workers use communication, research, and networking skills to find needed resources that will ensure both mental and physical stability. Specifically, the United States Department of Health and Human Services quotes that mental health involves the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of an individual (“What is Mental Health”, n.d.). Therefore, it is important to note that properly treating someone with a mental illness goes beyond their mental faults; however, professionals should delve deeper into other realms that affect the mind and the body when treating clients, especially those who suffer with dual diagnosis. Defined, a dual diagnosis is when a client suffers from both a mental disorder and an addiction (“Important Statistics on Dual Diagnosis”, 2017). About four million people suffered from dual diagnosis in the past year alone (“Important Statistics on Dual Diagnosis”, 2017). This statistic brings about...
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...results when the group builds relationships and begins really working together. The next stage is performing, which marks the development of a seasoned, organized and effective group. Once the group has moved through its’ respective stages the final stage is Adjournment; this occurs when the group has completed the assigned task. (p. 166-167). Reflecting on the case and textbook material, what stage is the group at now? How could an understanding of the stages of group development have assisted Christine in her leadership role with this team? The group is in the storming stage, there are still conflicts regarding the process in which the group handles issues such as standards for attendance, preparation of tasks and acceptable social behavior. In her role Christine would have benefited from understanding and applying the principles of group development. The group needed to invest more time establishing group expectations and conduct standards. Their failure to complete this allowed one member to become the “Forgotten Group Member” and detracted from the group moving toward performing. Although the other group members had completed their assigned task, this writer does not believe that a team can become performing when membership and performance issues are not resolved. (pp.W 112) If Christine had encouraged the group to establish their own membership and performance standards she would not have become as emotionally conflicted...
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...Journal of Organizational Behavior J. Organiz. Behav. 30, 359–378 (2009) Published online 25 April 2008 in Wiley InterScience (www.interscience.wiley.com) DOI: 10.1002/job.537 Team conflict management and team effectiveness: the effects of task interdependence and team identification ANIT SOMECH1*, HELENA SYNA DESIVILYA2 AND HELENA LIDOGOSTER1 1 2 University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel Emek Yezreel College, Emek Yezreel, Israel Summary The present study explores the dynamics of conflict management as a team phenomenon. The study examines how the input variable of task structure (task interdependence) is related to team conflict management style (cooperative versus competitive) and to team performance, and how team identity moderates these relationships. Seventy-seven intact work teams from high-technology companies participated in the study. Results revealed that at high levels of team identity, task interdependence was positively associated with the cooperative style of conflict management, which in turn fostered team performance. Although a negative association was found between competitive style and team performance, this style of team conflict management did not mediate between the interactive effect of task interdependence and team identity on team performance. Copyright # 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. Introduction In modern organizations, teams have become the method of choice for responding quickly to technological and market changes and thus improving the organization’s...
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...companies must develop a more responsive, flexible and resilient workforce by finding better ways to source talent, allocate resources across competing initiatives, measure performance and build vital capabilities and skills. This requires developing programs that focus on workforce performance, identifying and employing talent globally, working collaboratively to accelerate change, generating innovation and producing measurable business results — now and into the future. 3 Providing solutions based on solid research IBM’s Global Human Capital Study 2008, which reflects the insights of over 400 senior executives, explores the strategic workforce management challenges companies face and demonstrates the importance of managing employees for enterprises of all sizes and across industries. From this study, four themes emerged: • Creating an adaptable workforce • Identifying and growing future leaders • Cracking the code for new talent • Driving growth through workforce analytics The study concludes...
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...campaign I’m doing, provide info on whats going to be in the report the structure, and how ill be providing a creative solution. s Illicit drug use is a major problem in Australian culture as a recent study in 2012 by the United Nations has concluded that Australia has the highest rate of recreational drug users in the world (Toohey,2012). An Illicit drug can be defined as “the non-medical use of a variety of drugs which include: amphetamine- type stimulants, cannabis, cocaine, heroin and other opioids, and MDMA (ecstasy) (Hall W, Ross J, Lynskey M, Law M, Degenhardt L.,2000). Australian Governments on all levels including non-governments have been trying to fight this illicit drug problem for many years with different approaches to the epidemic. This case study will be analysing the illicit drug problem in Australia, trends and closely scrutinizing the effectiveness of the Australian Governments National Drug Campaign 2010-15 (NDC) in reaching its target audience. This case study will then be further comparing other Anti-illicit drug Campaigns worldwide and in the past to the NDC and finally providing a creative solution which may help the NDC, which may help this Social Marketing campaign effectively communicate to its target audience. The National Drug Strategy 2010-2015 is a social marketing campaign which is aimed at improving the health, economic and social outcomes for Australians by preventing the uptake of harmful drug use and reducing the harmful effects of licit and...
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...allocate more resources for use in the distribution of other valuable social goods. Transaction time with the administration is shortened. Efficient service provision requires having the right services delivered to the right people, and delivered fast when the people need it most. These perks would not be present without IT, which serves part of the realization of company’s good governance. (Magno & Serafica, 2006) Good Governance is the manner in which power is exercised in the management of a country’s economic and social resources for development. The essence of good governance was described as predictable, open and enlightened policy, together with a bureaucracy imbued with a professional ethos and an executive arm of the policy-making bodies accountable for its actions (The World Bank Group, 2005). IT promotes good governance in three basic ways: (1) by increasing transparency, information, and accountability; (2) by facilitating accurate decision-making and public participation; and (3) by enhancing the efficient delivery of public goods and services. The use of IT could enable the organization, as well as the public, to inform their rights and privileges. Background of the Study Coreware Technologies Inc. is a group of IT professionals with expertise in online real-time transaction processing and banking operations, decided to put-up a company that will provide cost-effective, reliable and secure solutions in the area of financial transaction processing using current and...
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...MGMT-591-14505-Leadership & Org Behavior Xiaojun Yu Robert Steinberg Oct. 1, 2014 Case Study After reading the scenario, we know that the Woodson Foundation is a large nonprofit social service agency, which is teaming up with the public school system is Washington, D.C., to improve student outcomes. According to the textbook, I identify the stage of Woodson Foundation is in the norming stage, which is having close relationship develop and the group demonstrates cohesiveness. Team cohesion refers to the mutual attraction attractiveness of the team members, members of the team cohesion, and team members, team cohesion is not only a necessary condition for the existence of maintaining the team, but the team has the potential to play a very important role. If a team loses cohesion, it is impossible to complete the task entrusted to the organization itself will lose the conditions exist. A social psychologist has said that what the cohesion do is to enable members of the group to stay together in groups, which is a kind of interpersonal attraction, attraction it had some similarities mechanics, such as a personal in the play "meteor ball", the meteor ball turn around with center. The primary question that the Woodson Foundation is facing is to figure out the conflict in the development team. Because each group has its own interests, and in some cases these are directly opposed to one another. The second problem is that how to distribute the job for different candidates....
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... Danapal Ram Vibhakar S [A0120022] [A0119959] [A0119975] [A0119961] [A0120054] A Case study on Business Intelligent and Analytics Systems in NTUC FairPrice Table of Contents Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................. 3 Acknowledgments ............................................................................................................................... 4 1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 5 2. Business Intelligence in Retail Industry: ................................................................................. 6 3. Combining BI in CRM ...................................................................................................................... 7 3.1 Analytical CRM ............................................................................................................................... 7 4. Case Study .......................................................................................................................................... 9 4.1 Customer...
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...Communication anxiety: Name: Tutor: Institution: Date: Abstract Communication essentially refers to passing of information from one party to another. There are generally two forms of communication. The verbal and the non-verbal communicatiuion. Verbal communication is basically the spoken or written means of communicating. On the other hand, non-verbal communication refers to those acts, gestures or suggestive body movements that relay information without spoken words. The importance of communication cannot be overstated. In every sphere of life, good communication plays a cruicial role in ensuring starndard if not outstanding performance as well as sustainability. Success in virtually all endevours calls for good communication. For a healthy family setup, communication between the parents and the children has to be efficient. In business, good communication is vital for smooth running of every organization. Despite the known facts about the heavy significance of good and effective communication, since the 19th centuary communication apprehension has been persistently a ruccuring hindarance that has never been fully addressed. Families have fallen apart as a result of barriers to communication. Employees have lost their jobs to communication anxiety. Organistation have fallen to the ground due communication breakdown. Students have registered low grades attributed to communication anxiety. Communication apprehension is now established as the biggest...
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...management involves all types of conflict that occurs in organization and management of this conflict. The present study explored and compared various conflict and their management practice in organizations. The present study also aimed at assessing how much of commitment in the company can be attributed to conflict management practices. 1.2 Keyword: Organization, conflict, management, inters intra. 1.3 Objective I. To learn more about conflict and conflict management. Listening, oral, communication, interpersonal communication, and teamwork rank near the top of skills that employers seek in their new hires. II. To learn to manage and resolve conflict effectively. III. To make conscious effort to change our conflict management style. IV. All team members need to know their conflict styles, conflict intervention methods, and strategies for conflict skill improvement. 1.4 Scope of the Study This study covers the various types of conflict that take place in organization. This study also discuss about various Strategies, Criteria, styles, Process of conflict. 1.5 Limitation: Conflict in organization is a vast matter. Conflict is different in different organization.Management is also different in different organization. But we consider general organization for conflict and their management. 1.6 METHODOLOGY OF THE STUDY This study is based on both primary and secondary data/ information. Primary data/ information was collected through face-to-face...
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...EFFECTIVENESS OF PEER TUTORING IN THE PERFORMANCE OF SELECTED GRADE 7 STUDENTS IN ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA IN SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE OF LAGUNA S.Y. 2012-2013 CHAPTER 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND The teaching of Mathematics is enjoyable. This is true when the performance of the students is satisfactory or better. Otherwise, it is frustrating. Based from quizzes and examinations, it is observed that students have poor performance which may be due to weak foundation. Students have no mastery of on the basic skill needed in solving like integers, whole numbers, decimals and fractions. According to Smith (1989), some educators have proposed that an overhaul of the entire mathematics curriculum might be needed to improve skills. There are various techniques that are trying to improve those weak foundations. One good example of that is the peer tutoring. Peer tutoring offers a less intrusive solution also it is helping students to perform better in understanding and grasping concepts, develop computational skills and their moral and social values most especially to freely expresses their ideas. However, according to Lerner (1993), a well-designed peer tutoring program provides directed repetition, regular review, and functional practice to over learn skills, operations, and concepts. Each of these areas is important to the development of mathematical skills of students. Basically, peer tutoring is an instructional strategy that consists of pairing students...
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