How group dynamics impact today’s workplace
How do group dynamics impact today’s workplace? Does corporate culture and leadership come into play? How so? Discuss.
- Stanley Milgram’s classic experiment of obedience focuses on social control and social conformity. Review Milgram’s experiment. View the videos within “Classic Studies in Psychology” on the Milgram studies in the GCU Library. Scroll down to and watch videos 12, 13, 14, and 15: “Justification?,” “Milgram’s Study of Obedience,” “The Results,” and “Milgram’s Conclusions.”
Sample Answer
Group Dynamics in the Modern Workplace
Group dynamics significantly impact today’s workplace. Here’s how:
- Collaboration and Innovation: Teams can leverage diverse perspectives and skillsets to tackle complex tasks, foster innovation, and generate creative solutions.
- Problem-Solving: Through open communication and brainstorming, groups can approach problems from different angles, leading to more effective solutions.
- Decision-Making: Group discussions can help weigh various options, leading to more informed and well-rounded decisions.