Importance of Team Communication in Group Communication

Team communication is important for the

following reasons:
Project-related information needs to be shared. Each member of the team needs to be acquainted

with the team goal and his/her role in the team. Each team member has specific skills and knowledge that must be utilized and imparted to other members in the course of the work. Any question or issue about the project must be broached and shared in order to resolve them. Any decision taken must be conveyed to all the members.

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Effective and open communication creates a

feeling of trust and a sense of belonging to the team. The more the members feel valued, the more dedicated they are likely to be and this in turn makes it easier for the team as a whole to achieve its goals. On the other hand, poor group communication between team members can unnecessarily botch up an entire project. The members may not understand what is needed and may waste time and energy in doing what is not required.

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The members may also misunderstand one

another and develop personal animosities. This can affect their desire to work together and thereby the quality of the work. The members may not be clear of the sequence of the things to be done and this can either hold up the project or play havoc with the deadlines. The members may not know what to change or how to make themselves more efficient.

Effective Team Communication in a small group

Effective team communication in a small group is

a mix of good manners, good attention and openmindedness. You should think before you speak and never raise your voice unnecessarily. Listen carefully to what others speak. Tips about effective small group communication.
1. Ask if everyone understands what the team goals

are. Ask for inputs and feedback from all members. 2. Listen carefully to what the other person is saying and don't interrupt until someone has finished talking. 3. Give feedback on what they've said. Speak slowly

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4. Include facts and details and make sure they are

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all accurate. Don't ramble on. Be concise. Stick to the matter at hand. Make sure every member of the group gets the chance to speak. Be open minded. If you've come to the meeting with your mind already made up, there's little point in having a discussion. When responding to someone's question or statement, repeat it to make sure you have heard and understood correctly. If you are taking a certain stand, take full responsibility for it.

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Do not disparage anyone for their views and don't refute any point by taking personal shots at the speaker. Address the issue. 10. Watch your body language. It is more effective than what you say. So if you are angry and look angry, that is going to convey itself to the other members in your small group. 11. Don't make rash decisions or issue any statements when you are angry. Give yourself time to cool down. 12. If there are any misunderstandings, clear them up in a calm manner.
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13. If you don't understand any point, speak up and

ask questions. Get it clarified before you all move on. 14. When considering the pros and cons of any issue, study the exact pros and cons and not the opinion of the majority. 15. If you have an opinion, express it as such, with the reasons behind it, not as an ironclad fact. 16. Be polite always.

Teamwork in a small groups

Working effectively in small groups is not easy.

Difficulties which include keeping focused on the

task, coping with inter-personal conflicts, making decisions, etc. Small group success depends on three types of functions being performed 1. Task 2. Maintenance 3. Personal functions

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Task functions help to keep the group focused

and directed towards achieving its goals Maintenance functions help group members to stay involved, and ensure that everyone is able to contribute to their maximum potential Personal functions address the personal needs of group members to ensure that the group functions in the best possible way - these activities include the ways in which conflicts and disruptive behaviours are handled