CASE Scenario - Marcus Newcomb

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CASE
Scenario - Marcus Newcomb
Marcus Newcomb has been working as a production employee for the last three years. His firm is currently undergoing a change in structure with a new management group and the production department is being restructured. Each production employee will be assigned to a small six-member production team. Marcus is looking forward to the extensive cross training that has been promised and is looking forward to enjoying more power and discretion than he has had in the past. In addition to skill training, Marcus is receiving management training in team building.
-When Marcus's team encounters the establishment of order and cohesion with the leader helping to clarify team roles and values, then his team is in the developmental stage of team development of

• A) forming.
• B) storming.
• C) norming.
• D) performing.
• E) adjourning.

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Definitions:

Cultural Values

Shared beliefs or standards that guide behavior and practices within a specific community or society.

Servant Leaders

Leaders who prioritize the needs of their team members and help them grow and perform as highly as possible.

Humor

The quality of being amusing or entertaining, often expressed through jokes, comedy, or lighthearted behavior.

First-Level Supervision

The management role directly responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and performance of frontline employees.