The Life Cycle of a Group Group Stage (Adapted from Woodcock (1979) Characteristics The Underdeveloped Stage Task orientated Poor listening skills Low level of involvement Leader, Individuals conform The Experimenting Stage Group realises difficulties Willing to tackle them The Consolidating Stage Open & Trusting Approach More structured The Mature Stage Flexibility Improved Relationships Trust, Openess, Honesty, Cooperation & Constructive Confrontation
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