CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY – MAIN CAMPUS

INDANG CAVITE

REFLECTION PAPER 6

(GROUP AND SOCIAL PROCESSES)

SUBMITTED TO:
CRISTINA M. SIGNO, PHD
201 – MANAGEMENT

SUBMITTED BY:
RODELIA ANNE C. MAÑABO
MAED

DATE: July 10, 2023

Group process refers to the behaviors of the members of small working groups as they engage in

decision-making and task performance. Group process includes the study of how group

members’ characteristics interact with the behavior of group members to create effective or

ineffective group performance. In every organization, group. In our discussion, we analyze the

difference between a Group and a Team.

Whether you’re a new team or an existing group, creating an enjoyable workplace that practices

transparent communication is key. Surprisingly enough, there is a big difference between leading

a group and a team. While they may seem similar, there are many key differences between the

two that can affect the way you work.

In order to improve your working relationships, it’s important to understand the differences

between a group and a team and how to encourage healthy communication styles in the

workplace.

A group is a collection of individuals who coordinate their efforts, while a team is a group of

people who share a common goal. While similar, the two are different when it comes to decision-

making and teamwork.

In a work group, group members are independent from one another and have individual

accountability. On the other hand, in a team, team members share mutual accountability and

work closely together to solve problems. These dynamics inform the way tasks are handled and

overall collaboration.

This is where group dynamics comes in. The group dynamics can help empower collaboration in

the workplace and interdependent relationships. Whether we lead groups team teams, always
remember to keep individual growth in sight and encourage communication to improve

productivity.

In an organization, we always want each group or department to be a team that has common

goals. It is the leader’s responsibility to lead the team that works together toward a shared goal

and focus on problem solving together. This leads to healthy organizational behavior and positive

interdependent relationships. Leading every member of the team one step further, keep collective

goals, and empower the team to rely on one another to meet those objectives.