Foundations of Teamwork and Leadership (MGMT 6100)

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[Verse 1]
When a team first comes together, we're just strangers in a room
Forming stage, we're getting started, wondering what we're meant to do
Then the storming phase arrives, conflict bubbles to the top
Different views and clashing egos make us wonder when it'll stop

[Chorus]
Form and storm, then norm and perform
Tuckman's stages guide us through
Task conflict helps us grow much stronger
But relationship conflict tears us in two
Leading teams means knowing when to push
And when to step aside
Situational leadership shows the way
Match your style to what they need inside

[Verse 2]
Social loafing drags us down when people hide behind the crowd
Groupthink makes us all agree when thinking different should be proud
The Abilene Paradox strikes when nobody speaks their mind
We all go along with plans that leave our best ideas behind

[Chorus]
Form and storm, then norm and perform
Tuckman's stages guide us through
Task conflict helps us grow much stronger
But relationship conflict tears us in two
Leading teams means knowing when to push
And when to step aside
Situational leadership shows the way
Match your style to what they need inside

[Bridge]
Transformational leaders inspire the vision
Transactional leaders reward with precision
Authentic leadership means being yourself
Expert power comes from knowledge and stealth
Positional power's what the title can bring
But referent power makes hearts truly sing

[Verse 3]
Emotional intelligence guides the way
Understanding feelings helps teams win the day
Myers-Briggs and DISC show personality types
Competing or collaborating, know your conflict style and stripes

[Chorus]
Form and storm, then norm and perform
Tuckman's stages guide us through
Task conflict helps us grow much stronger
But relationship conflict tears us in two
Leading teams means knowing when to push
And when to step aside
Situational leadership shows the way
Match your style to what they need inside

[Outro]
Give feedback with honesty and care
Receive it with an open mind to share
After-action reviews help us learn
Individual goals and team success take turns

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