Section 7
Managing Group Decision Making
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Group Decision Making
Group decision making can lead to improved outcomes, but only if a variety of conditions pertaining to group chemistry are satisfied.
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The Manager's Role in Group Decisions
The manager's role in group decision making is to create a supportive context for the group.
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Employee Involvement in Decision Making
Involving employees in key decisions gives managers access to unique skills and tells the employees that their contributions are valued.
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Techniques for Reaching a Group Consensus
Reaching consensus typically requires identifying and addressing the underlying concerns of group members.