Question

4.Name and define the different types of diversity in teams?

5. How much is too much diversity in teams?

6. How should a team be structured?

7. Name and define the different types of coaching.

Book: Making the Team 6th Edition by Leigh Thompson

Answer 1

4. Types of diversity in teams:

1. Social category diversity:

This includes ethnic diversity, economic diversity, demographic diversity and cultural diversity.

2. Value diversity:

Different people have different value systems. Some people are task oriented while others are people oriented.

3. Informational diversity:

People coming from different academic background bring a fresh perspective and different viewpoints to the table. This is informational diversity

5. How much is too much diversity in teams:

There is nothing as too much diversity, it all depends on the mindset of the people working together. Although, there might be too much diversity when people are not even able to communicate well between themselves. If people don't understand what the other team member is trying to convey then it fails the purpose of the team. So, there should be some common ground for team members to connect.

6. How should a team be structured:

Team should be self sufficient with members ranging ideally from 4 to 8. Although, there is no specific rule for it but smaller teams are more efficient and easier to manage. Members should be having complementary skills.

7. Name and define the different types of coaching:

1. Educational coaching:

Coaching that is done for improvement in knowledge, skill and ability.

2. Motivational coaching:

The coaching which is done to boost the morale of employee, help them achieve their potential and increase their productivity is known as motivational coaching.

3. Consultative coaching:

The coaching which is used to maximize and integrate the skill, knowledge and abilities of a team.