LEADERSHIP DYNAMICS: CRAFTING COHESIVE TEAMS
Editor (s): Prof. (Dr.) Savita Mohan, Mr. Alok Mohan
Publisher: SAAR Publications (Reg.)
Published: August 2024
Language: English
ISBN: 978-81-979350-3-9
DOI: 10.21276/saar/9788197935039
Pages: 174
Citation: Mohan, S., Mohan A, (2024).
Leadership Dynamics: Crafting Cohesive Teams.
SAAR Publications. DOI: 10.21276/saar/9788197935039
ABOUT THE BOOK
In “Leadership Dynamics: Crafting Cohesive Teams,” we delve into the complexities of team dynamics, exploring the
intricacies of human behavior, communication, and collaboration. This comprehensive guide provides leaders with the
tools and strategies needed to build and maintain high-performing teams.
At the heart of every successful team lies a foundation of trust, empathy, and open communication. These essential
elements foster an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and motivated to contribute their best work.
We examine the critical role of leadership in shaping team culture and provide guidance on how to cultivate these
elements within your team.
However, even the most cohesive teams face challenges. Conflict and change management are inevitable, and leaders must
be equipped to navigate these situations effectively. We offer practical advice and real-world examples to help leaders
manage conflict in a way that strengthens team relationships and drives growth.
In today’s diverse and globalized workplace, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion is crucial for building teams
that are truly greater than the sum of their parts. We discuss the importance of creating an inclusive environment where
all team members feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
About the Authors (v)
Contents
| 1. | The Power of Teamwork | (3) |
| 2. | The Team Building Process: A Comprehensive Guide to Building a High-Performing Team | (7) |
| 3. | Overview of a Team: Understanding the Dynamics of a High-Performing Team | (12) |
| 4. | Types of Teams: Problem-Solving Teams, Self-Managed Teams, Cross-Functional Teams, and Virtual Teams | (21) |
| 5. | Evaluating Team Performance | (28) |
| 6. | Setting for Teams | (35) |
| 7. | Defining Roles and Responsibilities of Team Members | (42) |
| 8. | External and Internal Factors Affecting Team Building | (48) |
| 9. | Leadership – Meaning, Concepts, and Myths | (57) |
| 10. | Components of Leadership | (64) |
| 11. | Leadership Skills – Basic Leadership | (72) |
| 12. | Building Technical Competency Through Leadership | (80) |
| 13. | Advanced Leadership Skills | (91) |
| 14. | High-Performance Teams | (99) |
| 15. | Meaning & Concept of Personality | (109) |
| 16. | Types of Personality | (118) |
| 17. | Personality Determinants | (126) |
| 18. | Evaluation of Personality | (133) |
| 19. | The Meaning and Formation of Groups | (140) |
| 20. | Roles, Structure, and Size of Groups | (145) |
| 21. | Types of Groups | (151) |