Within the context of this framework I will attempt to integrate several academic models and theories in order to clarify my own ideas on the teambuilding process.

Finally, I will focus on my own personal style of leadership and motivational techniques. Would I have been able to lead the team to achieve its maximum potential? Have I achieved a good balance between directing group actions and giving the group the freedom to make their own choices? Ultimately, have I been honest enough with the group to gain their trust and respect?

The most important aspect in the initial teambuilding phase is time spent on planning. Before the team meets as a group it will be necessary to clearly define the reason for the team's exist

„h High performance aspirations for all team members.

Completer-Finisher Painstaking, orderly, conscientious.

Fig.1 Interaction of needs within the group. ( Adair, 1985)

I think the group would gain confidence by my trust in them and would feel a greater affinity towards the organisation if the results of their decisions had a measurable and identifiable effect. However, it is also important that they do not feel alienated, particularly if a decision proves to be the wrong one. They will need to know that they have my full support, and that I am there to offer my experience and expertise if and when required.

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