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CSU Maint Roles
CSU Benne and Sheats Group Roles - Maintanence
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Encourager | Affirmssupports and praises the efforts of fellow group members. Demonstrates warmth and provides a positive attitude in meetings. |
| Harmonizer | Reconsiles differences between individuals. Seeks ways to reduce tension and diffuse a situation by providing further explanations or using humor. |
| Compromiser | Offers to change his or her position for the good of the group. Willing to yield position or meet others half way. |
| Gatekeeper/Expediter | Makes sure all members have a chance to express themselves by encouraging quiet members to contribute their ideas. Limits those who dominate the conversation and may suggest group rules to give everyone a chance to speak. |
| Observer/Commentator | Provides feedback to the group about how it is functioning. Often seen when a group wants to set |
| Follower | Accepts what others say and decide even though he or she has not contributed to the decision or expressed own thoughts. Seen as a listener not a contributor. |