Understanding Group Dynamics in Organizational Behavior

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Organizational Behavior Summary As defined in the book “Small Group Interaction”, “small group interaction is the process by which three or more members of a group exchange verbal and nonverbal messages in an attempt to influence one another” (Tubbs, S.L., 2016, pg 7). For the class on Organizational Behavior, this description is the basis of our study. In this paper, I will describe several concepts I found pertinent, as well as the “Desert Survival Simulation” (Lafferty, 2015) and my “SDI Report” (PSP. Inc, 2018). An assessment of the class as well as my standing will also be evaluated. One of the concepts I found interesting was Group Process as described in an article by Perlmutter (Perlmutter, 2018). As a Red-Green (PSP, Inc, 2018) I often observe groups to understand the processes taking place. I want to examine the workings of the group and ask questions to better understand how and …show more content…

Questions about participation, influence, and decision-making were included, as well as descriptions of each. Also, there were questions and descriptions of feeling and emotional responses, which is useful to someone like me who doesn’t always understand the emotional side of group dynamics. There are many ways I can apply the knowledge learned to my career and personal life. For example, pages 5 and 6 on emotional issues include questions I can ask myself to be better able to understand the group and my relationship to it. My identity to a group is a question I will ask myself, as well as the question on power, control, and influence. A desire to be in control and influence others is a feeling that I frequently experience. Being able to question myself and my relationship to the group, and what behavior is expected from me will help me to interact better in group settings. Questioning what others want to receive from the group will also be of

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