PSY320 Decision Making in Groups and Effective Communication
Analysis of group decision-making processes and communication strategies.
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Decision Making in Groups and Effective Communication
Decision Making in Groups and Effective Communication
PSY320: Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Argosy University
As a consultant for Celia Jane, a medium-sized furniture design firm, you are tasked with
improving productivity through effective group decision-making and communication. Based on
your analysis, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of group decision-making, particularly
in creative industries. How can Celia Jane overcome common challenges such as social loafing,
groupthink, and free riding to enhance group productivity? Furthermore, evaluate the role of
leadership and team dynamics in fostering a positive and effective work environment. Include
recommendations for how Celia Jane can optimize its group structure and decision-making
process for better business outcomes. (Word Count: 1,200-1,500 words)
Decision Making in Groups and Effective Communication
PSY320: Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Argosy University
As a consultant for Celia Jane, a medium-sized furniture design firm, you are tasked with
improving productivity through effective group decision-making and communication. Based on
your analysis, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of group decision-making, particularly
in creative industries. How can Celia Jane overcome common challenges such as social loafing,
groupthink, and free riding to enhance group productivity? Furthermore, evaluate the role of
leadership and team dynamics in fostering a positive and effective work environment. Include
recommendations for how Celia Jane can optimize its group structure and decision-making
process for better business outcomes. (Word Count: 1,200-1,500 words)
Decision Making in Groups and Effective Communication
Abstract
“You are a consultant hired to help improve the productivity of Celia Jane, a medium-
sized furniture design firm. Celia Jane always kept up with the competition but now would like
to gain some market share and expand its business (Argosy, 2013).”
“Traditionally, employees at Celia Jane work in groups of eight. Li, the CEO of Celia
Jane, thinks that working in groups aids creativity and productivity. As the consultant, however
you know that working in groups also has some negative consequences (Argosy, 2013)
Abstract
“You are a consultant hired to help improve the productivity of Celia Jane, a medium-
sized furniture design firm. Celia Jane always kept up with the competition but now would like
to gain some market share and expand its business (Argosy, 2013).”
“Traditionally, employees at Celia Jane work in groups of eight. Li, the CEO of Celia
Jane, thinks that working in groups aids creativity and productivity. As the consultant, however
you know that working in groups also has some negative consequences (Argosy, 2013)
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University
University of Toronto
Subject
Psychology