treating the individual as you would want to be treated. 1.3 Compare the difference in outcomes that may occur between focusing on an individual’s strengths and aspirations rather than their needs only. Key points Strengths-based approaches value the capacity, skills, knowledge, connections and potential in individuals and communities. Focusing on strengths does not mean ignoring challenges, or spinning struggles into strengths. Practitioners working in this way have to work in collaboration - helping people to do things for themselves.
Ensure that there is a team leader that is willing and able to lead the group to success and is willing to accept the help from other team members should they need any, the team leader should listen to the group and take their thoughts an opinions on board as with this the team will be more successful and have better outcomes. The effectiveness of the group is formed and maintained by the group working together and having an input on all tasks and goals that they are aiming for as this helps to build team work and trust within the group. 1.3 Different facilitation styles may influence the group dynamics by helping them work together harder, it may help to ease tension within the group and help tasks be completed quicker. Different facilitation styles could be to spilt the group into smaller groups, giving them each a separate task to work on to complete the task quicker, it can also influence the group lifecycle, the group lifecycle starts with brainstorming, transforming that brainstorm work onto paper, and then forming it into work ready to present. Having different facilitation styles can influence the group lifecycle by giving them different ways of brainstorming, such as a group brainstorm and individual brainstorming, and having individual formed work so
Members of the team have confidence in themselves and have a positive attitude; this only motivates them to achieve the common plan and purpose. | The team maybe letdown when they are unable to accomplish small success, which could affect their ability to complete larger goals. Should team members lack vital skills, this may inhibit the team from being as successful as they thought. | Mental modelsTeam share the same vision on how the work will be completed | Successful team has collectively shared their vision, knowledge and how the work will be accomplished. Involving team members in discussion on their perspectives and expectations will help build agreement with the group and provides an accurate mental model.
. In an idea world everyone should do this but in reality it may prove difficult for some people to participate in, this is connected to the need to be seen to do the right thing, it may also feel that you are facing criticism. Reflective practice is not criticism it is being open and honest about your strengths and areas for further development. If you are open and honest with others it can encourage others to be open and honest with you. Reflective practice in a colleague-based environment can build a work place with trust and respect as in a group you can explore and take a conscious look at emotions,
Also when using action plans an individual limits their need and the amount of work they should be doing. Another disadvantage is not being guided thoroughly and effectively, leading to the lack of effort and passion a member has for the project. Moreover, failing to obtain the goal an individual has set to reach can lead to frustration and in turn the planning would have been a waste of time. The advantage of doing this is that it allows an individual to execute a structured plan for the end goal you intend to achieve. Furthermore, it provides the team with appropriate foundations, therefore prioritising the amount of time you spend on each task.
This is very difficult because in order for the team to feel as equally passionate about the common goal, the manager must communicate the goal in a way that makes each employee feel they are doing their part individually to achieve the common goal. The same goal cannot be communicated to the IT staff in the same way that it is communicated to the operations staff. Each subset of teams has a separate objective all leading to a common goal. Knowing when and how to deal with employees who are performing low is also pertinent as a general manager. Ultimately the general manager wants to have a great team.
When goals are supported by plans then it is possible to help the team to reach the target which is deliver quality standards to customers. We need to first break the goals into smaller achievable, measurable steps. We need the members to be clear about the actions they need to take in order to achieve the goals, the goals that involves customer service, objectives and standards has to be clear. Time frame, milestones and deadlines has to be identified. Specific roles will have to be given to individual team members and allocate resources that help goals to be achieved.
Make a Positive Contribution – confidence/control/choice/involvement. It is important the individual you are assessing has been given the opportunity to choose the setting for the assessment and also that they can have an advocate of their own to accompany them. When completing the assessment it is important to give the individual the full information on what you are to be going through and that it is their assessment on how support will be offered. The individual must be given the time and be able to understand the process of the assessment and the Support Plan that comes from this. If they have any difficulties eg.
1. What is reflective practice? Answer Reflective practice is a process which enables you to achieve a better understanding of yourself, your skills, competencies, knowledge and professional practice. The way things are done may not always be the only way to do them... Reflecting to see this helps identify gaps and areas that can be improved.
We need to keep an open mind and understand where the other person is coming from. As a team, we need to learn how to reach a common ground and compromise in order for the task to be successful. Also need use the assertive style of communication to enhance the teamwork. Slide 9 Feedback Identify the situation first. Some might need immediate feedback, such as correcting an action or giving direction Feedback can be provided to acknowledge task completion.