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FORMING STAGE
The forming stage involves a period of orientation and getting acquainted. 1
Uncertainty is high during this stage, and people are looking for leadership and authority. 2
A member who asserts authority or is knowledgeable may be looked to take control. 3
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Team members are asking such questions as “What does the team offer me?” “What is expected of me?” “Will I fit in?” Most interactions are social as members get to know each other.
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STORMING STAGE
• The storming stage is the most difficult and critical stage to pass through. It is a period marked by conflict and competition as individual personalities emerge. • Team performance may decrease in this stage because energy is put into unproductive activities. Members may disagree on team goals, and subgroups and cliques may form around strong personalities or areas of agreement. • To get through this stage, members must work to overcome obstacles, to accept individual differences, and to work through conflicting ideas on team tasks and goals. • Teams can get bogged down in this stage. Failure to address conflicts may result in long-term problems.
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