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Organizational Behavior & Group Dynamics

The document discusses Organizational Behavior, focusing on Behavior Dynamics and Group Behavior. It covers interpersonal behavior, communication, leadership theories, group structures, decision-making processes, and contemporary issues like virtual teams and conflict management. Key leadership styles in Indian organizations and the distinction between teams and groups are also highlighted.

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Organizational Behavior & Group Dynamics

The document discusses Organizational Behavior, focusing on Behavior Dynamics and Group Behavior. It covers interpersonal behavior, communication, leadership theories, group structures, decision-making processes, and contemporary issues like virtual teams and conflict management. Key leadership styles in Indian organizations and the distinction between teams and groups are also highlighted.

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Organizational Behavior: Behavior & Group Dynamics

1. Behavior Dynamics

a. Interpersonal Behavior:

- Interaction between individuals.

- Includes trust, conflict, support, and cooperation.

b. Communication:

- Verbal, non-verbal, and written.

- Essential for clarity and teamwork.

c. Transaction Analysis:

- Communication based on three ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child.

- Adult-to-Adult is the healthiest form.

d. Leadership:

- Influencing and guiding others.

- Theories:

* Trait: Leaders are born.

* Behavioral: Leaders are made.

* Contingency: Style depends on situation.

* Transformational: Inspire and innovate.

- Styles in Indian Organizations:

* Authoritative: Boss-centered.

* Participative: Team involved.

* Transactional: Reward and punishment.

* Transformational: Visionary leadership.

2. Group Behavior

a. Definition and Classification:

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Organizational Behavior: Behavior & Group Dynamics

- Group: Two or more people working together.

- Formal (e.g., departments) vs Informal (e.g., friend circles).

b. Types of Group Structures:

- Command, Task, Interest, and Friendship groups.

c. Group Decision Making:

- Shared decision process.

- Pros: Better ideas; Cons: Time-consuming.

d. Teams vs Groups:

- Group: Individual goals.

- Team: Common goal and mutual accountability.

e. Contemporary Issues:

- Virtual teams, diversity, technology, motivation.

f. Inter-group Problems:

- Conflict between teams/departments.

- Causes: Miscommunication, resource clash.

g. Conflict Management:

- Strategies: Avoiding, Compromising, Collaborating, Competing, Accommodating.

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