MGHB02H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Punctuated Equilibrium
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What is a group: group- two or more people interacting interdependently to achieve a common goal o. Informal groups- groups that emerge naturally in response to the common interests of organizational members o. Seldom sanctioned by organization, members often cuts across formal groups: can either help or hurt organization, depending on their norms of behaviour. Issues between members resolved and develop social consensus: compromise is often necessary. Interdependence is recognized, norms are agreed, group becomes more cohesive. 3 www. notesolution. com: concludes/ a final meeting that reveals a burst of activity and a concern for how outsiders will evaluate product. Group structure and its consequences: group structure-refers to the characteristics of the stable social organization of a group, the way a group is. Smallest group =2 ppl, but most between 3-20 ppl. Size and satisfaction: more merrier-theory says yes, but larger groups report less satisfaction w/ group members than smaller groups. Pros (more ppl: opportunities for friendship increase.
