Tuckman's Stages

StageCharacteristicsLeader Role
FormingPolite, testing boundariesDirect, provide structure
StormingConflict, power strugglesCoach, address conflict
NormingCooperation, cohesionFacilitate, encourage
PerformingHigh productivityDelegate, support

Belbin Team Roles

  • Action: Shaper, Implementer, Completer
  • People: Coordinator, Team Worker, Resource Investigator
  • Thought: Plant, Monitor Evaluator, Specialist

High-Performing Teams

  • Clear purpose: Shared understanding of goals
  • Psychological safety: Safe to take risks
  • Trust: Members rely on each other
  • Accountability: Hold each other accountable

Conclusion

Key Takeaways

  • Tuckman: Forming → Storming → Norming → Performing
  • Storming is necessary for team development
  • Psychological safety is foundation of high performance
  • Leader role changes with stage