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Netra Shetty
Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest manufacturer of air-cooled gasoline engines for primarily outdoor power equipment. Current production averages 11 million engines per year.
2
President
Todd Teske
3
Director
Brian Walker
Director
William Achtmeyer
2
Director
Keith McLoughlin
Director
David Burner
2
Director
Michael Batten
3
Director
Robert O'Toole
Director
Charles Story
2
Director
James Humphrey
CFO
David Rodgers
Briggs & Stratton Racing
DK
Senior Vice President
JB
Administration
TS
9
Engine Power Products
Joseph Wright
International Power Products
Michael Schoen
Yard Power Products
VS
Sales & Customer Support
WR
Sales, Consumer Products
MH
2
Legal & Secretary
Robert Heath
Marketing
RC
North America Operations
DD
Home Power Products
HR
Treasurer
CT
One of the interesting topics in the course is the formation of groups. From the discussion in class, I learned that groups are essential to the success of organizations. Organizations today are forming different groups to fulfill various tasks. A group is a distinguishable set of two or more people who interact, dynamically, interdependently, and adaptively toward a common and valued goal who have been assigned specific roles or functions, and who have a limited life span or membership. The members of the group have different and unique roles, each role is critical to the success of the group. Every group undergoes group development. The stages of group development are forming, storming, norming, performing, and mourning. It is important that to understand the stages of group development in order to effectively deal with the issues and challenges.
* Forming – during this stage of group development, the members get acquainted with each other. During this stage, the group establishes ground rules.
* Storming – this stage is characterized by a high degree of conflict within the group. I consider the storming stage as the most crucial stage. In this stage, the group members and the leader have to resolve the issues that may affect the group in the future. If the group is unable to resolve the issues, it may be disbanded. If the issues are resolved the group will become cohesive.
* Norming – during this stage, the group becomes more cohesive and identification as a member becomes greater. During this stage, the group members start to develop relationships.
* Performing – during this stage, questions about group relationships and leadership have been resolved and the group is ready to work. Each member devotes his/herself to getting the job done.
* Adjourning – during this stage, the group will cease to exist. This is because it has met its goals and is no longer needed.
Group Structure
Another interesting topic is group structure. Group structure refers to the characteristics of the stable social organization of the group, the way the group is ‘put together’. I learned that the way the group is structured affects its performance and ability to function. Through class discussions, I learned about the factors that affect group performance.
* Size – the size of the group affects its ability to function. I learned that is best to maintain a small group with 10 members. In a small group, everyone feels needed and everyone is given responsibility.
* Nature of the task – the nature of the task affects the group’s ability to function. The task should contain the right amount of challenge that will excite and push members to perform better.
* Resources and support – adequate resources also affect group performance.
* External recognition – rewards and recognitions are linked motivation. The members must feel that their work and efforts are valued.
* Group composition – it is important to maintain a small group with diverse talents and skills.
2
President
Todd Teske
3
Director
Brian Walker
Director
William Achtmeyer
2
Director
Keith McLoughlin
Director
David Burner
2
Director
Michael Batten
3
Director
Robert O'Toole
Director
Charles Story
2
Director
James Humphrey
CFO
David Rodgers
Briggs & Stratton Racing
DK
Senior Vice President
JB
Administration
TS
9
Engine Power Products
Joseph Wright
International Power Products
Michael Schoen
Yard Power Products
VS
Sales & Customer Support
WR
Sales, Consumer Products
MH
2
Legal & Secretary
Robert Heath
Marketing
RC
North America Operations
DD
Home Power Products
HR
Treasurer
CT
One of the interesting topics in the course is the formation of groups. From the discussion in class, I learned that groups are essential to the success of organizations. Organizations today are forming different groups to fulfill various tasks. A group is a distinguishable set of two or more people who interact, dynamically, interdependently, and adaptively toward a common and valued goal who have been assigned specific roles or functions, and who have a limited life span or membership. The members of the group have different and unique roles, each role is critical to the success of the group. Every group undergoes group development. The stages of group development are forming, storming, norming, performing, and mourning. It is important that to understand the stages of group development in order to effectively deal with the issues and challenges.
* Forming – during this stage of group development, the members get acquainted with each other. During this stage, the group establishes ground rules.
* Storming – this stage is characterized by a high degree of conflict within the group. I consider the storming stage as the most crucial stage. In this stage, the group members and the leader have to resolve the issues that may affect the group in the future. If the group is unable to resolve the issues, it may be disbanded. If the issues are resolved the group will become cohesive.
* Norming – during this stage, the group becomes more cohesive and identification as a member becomes greater. During this stage, the group members start to develop relationships.
* Performing – during this stage, questions about group relationships and leadership have been resolved and the group is ready to work. Each member devotes his/herself to getting the job done.
* Adjourning – during this stage, the group will cease to exist. This is because it has met its goals and is no longer needed.
Group Structure
Another interesting topic is group structure. Group structure refers to the characteristics of the stable social organization of the group, the way the group is ‘put together’. I learned that the way the group is structured affects its performance and ability to function. Through class discussions, I learned about the factors that affect group performance.
* Size – the size of the group affects its ability to function. I learned that is best to maintain a small group with 10 members. In a small group, everyone feels needed and everyone is given responsibility.
* Nature of the task – the nature of the task affects the group’s ability to function. The task should contain the right amount of challenge that will excite and push members to perform better.
* Resources and support – adequate resources also affect group performance.
* External recognition – rewards and recognitions are linked motivation. The members must feel that their work and efforts are valued.
* Group composition – it is important to maintain a small group with diverse talents and skills.
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