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Social Identity Theory
An important set of structures in today’s society, read about how Tajfel’s Social Identity Theory explains the formation of social groups in everyday life
Popular Teamwork Theories
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Extensive Teamwork Theories Guide
Roles, leadership, identity, analysis, needs...
Browse through our teamwork theories list, full of advice and inspiration to make working together stronger.
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These theories for team work will discuss the best ways to lead people, bring togetherness and challenge your way of thinking.
Teamwork Theories for Business
Essential for any business, teamwork is the collaborative efforts of a group that goes towards completion of a task or project. Since the early 20th century and the dawn of modern psychology, many theories have been written, tried and tested in the field of teamwork. These teamwork theories were written to open doors to different leadership approaches, many of which are implemented in today’s businesses and have been responsible for some of the most successful companies and projects in the world.
What are the 7 Management Theories?
Understanding these theories and how you can apply them to your own workforce isn’t a straightforward process. You may need to adopt a “trial-and-error” system when adopting certain policies and ideas. Below we’ve listed some of the most common of these theories and how best you can implement them yourselves
Administrative Management Theory
Theorised by Henry Fayol, he put forward the idea that team leaders have six main functions when it comes to managing projects. From forecasting to co-ordinating, he believed that these functions shouldn’t be rigid and used on a case-by-case basis to get the best results.
Bureaucratic Management Theory
The core of most successful organisations that are around today, this theory puts forward the argument that a strict chain of command, clear job roles and consistent rules & regulations are the way forward. Promotions based on qualifications and performance also fall under this theory.
Human Relations Theory
A theory that takes the individual into account, Elton Mayo’s Human Relations Theory brought focus to the idea of adjusting work lighting, the length of the working day and break times to increase productivity and overall happiness.
Systems Management Theory
As so many companies are divided into multiple departments and components, this theory proposes the idea that interdependence and harmony between each part of a company is key to success. However, employees are considered the most important component above all the rest.
Contingency Management Theory
Rather than a theory with a set of rules or ideas, Contingency Management Theory suggests that a team is only as good as its leader, and that the leader’s traits are determined by their style of leadership. This theory suggests that no one strategy can be applied to all companies, and that leaders should be ready to adapt and change depending on circumstances.
Theory X & Y
This theory developed by Douglas McGregor suggests the idea that management adjust their leadership tactics depending on what they believe their team’s motivation to be. For example, if leaders consider their team as unengaged or apathetic opt for Theory X, being the more authoritarian approach. On the other hand, the fairer Y Theory is applied when leaders consider their teams to be hardworking and motivated.
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Fisher’s Theory
A theory curated by American economist Irving Fisher, we’re going to look at his theory of Decision Emergence and how workgroups come to make progress.
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John Adair Leadership
A great theory from one of the most renowned team thinkers, have a look at the principles of John Adair Leadership and learn how to apply it to your own firm.
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Dunbar Number Theory
A theory based on social interactions, we’re going to explore what Dunbar’s Number theory is and how it could be used to analyse and improve your workforce.
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Myers Briggs Personality Test
Used by thousands every day in companies across the world, the Myers Briggs Personality Test is an interesting theory that we’re going to cover in this article.
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Patrick Lencioni
Take a read of Patrick Lencioni’s popular theory and learn about the 5 dysfunctions of a team, and how you can implement changes into your own workforce.
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Tuckman Theory
A simple and concise way of explaining the group development process, the Tuckman Theory is a fantastic way to find out how and why workgroups succeed.
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Behavioural Analysis
Used in employee recruitment processes in companies around the world, we’re going to look at Behavioural Analysis tests and how to use them effectively.
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Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
An influential psychological theory, Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs defines what human being need and how to achieve them in order to succeed in work & life.
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Henry Ford Leadership
Founder of one of the most iconic and successful companies in history, we’re going to explore the Henry Ford Leadership Style and how it can be implemented.
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Belbin Team Roles
If you’re looking to find out more about your employees and which role will suit them best? Then have a read of the 9 Belbin team roles we’ve explained here
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TED Talks
Easily one of the most recognisable video series on the internet, TED Talks are a fantastic resource for learning about technology, entertainment and design.