Emotional Intelligence and Communication

In your words describe Tuckman’s four stages of group development.
What is emotional intelligence and why does it matter in a professional setting?
Why is having emotional intelligence and the ability to regulate emotions important in each stage and your communication with others?
What makes a great team?
What responsibilities do you have to make the teams you are a part of great?
What is one area you can improve on in working in teams? Explain why and how you plan to improve this area.

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In your words describe Tuckman’s four stages of group development
In 1965, a model of group developments was projected by Bruce Tuckman who claimed that the phases are inevitable and necessary for a team to grow. He identified four stages namely: Performing, Storming, Forming and Norming. Forming is stage one where team members are polite and positive. Others are excited about upcoming tasks. A leader plays an overriding role at this stage.

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