Group goals and group performance *
Weldon, Elizabeth; Weingart, Laurie R.
1993-12-01 00:00:00
Many studies show that groups can be used to improve group performance, but a comprehensive explanation for this effect has not been proposed. In this paper, we discuss the social and psychological processes and behavioural responses believed to produce the group goal effect. Actions that managers can take to facilitate the effect are also described.
http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.pngBritish Journal of Social PsychologyWileyhttp://www.deepdyve.com/lp/wiley/group-goals-and-group-performance-BI7GwpBkZ4
Many studies show that groups can be used to improve group performance, but a comprehensive explanation for this effect has not been proposed. In this paper, we discuss the social and psychological processes and behavioural responses believed to produce the group goal effect. Actions that managers can take to facilitate the effect are also described.
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