Groups require leadership to guide them towards their goals, and leaders can shape the future of the group by coordinating and motivating members; effective leaders emerge when members feel success is achievable through group effort, the rewards of success are valued, and an experienced individual is present. Good leaders determine how much and how to structure leadership, when to intervene and how to do so successfully, and how to manage collective anxiety and resolve other issues. A leader's personality, character traits like presence and courage, basic skills like active listening and summarizing, understanding of group dynamics, cultural differences, and use of voice and energy are important influences on group process and leadership style
Groups require leadership to guide them towards their goals, and leaders can shape the future of the group by coordinating and motivating members; effective leaders emerge when members feel success is achievable through group effort, the rewards of success are valued, and an experienced individual is present. Good leaders determine how much and how to structure leadership, when to intervene and how to do so successfully, and how to manage collective anxiety and resolve other issues. A leader's personality, character traits like presence and courage, basic skills like active listening and summarizing, understanding of group dynamics, cultural differences, and use of voice and energy are important influences on group process and leadership style
Groups require leadership to guide them towards their goals, and leaders can shape the future of the group by coordinating and motivating members; effective leaders emerge when members feel success is achievable through group effort, the rewards of success are valued, and an experienced individual is present. Good leaders determine how much and how to structure leadership, when to intervene and how to do so successfully, and how to manage collective anxiety and resolve other issues. A leader's personality, character traits like presence and courage, basic skills like active listening and summarizing, understanding of group dynamics, cultural differences, and use of voice and energy are important influences on group process and leadership style
Groups require leadership to guide them towards their goals, and leaders can shape the future of the group by coordinating and motivating members; effective leaders emerge when members feel success is achievable through group effort, the rewards of success are valued, and an experienced individual is present. Good leaders determine how much and how to structure leadership, when to intervene and how to do so successfully, and how to manage collective anxiety and resolve other issues. A leader's personality, character traits like presence and courage, basic skills like active listening and summarizing, understanding of group dynamics, cultural differences, and use of voice and energy are important influences on group process and leadership style
THE LEADER Groups generally require guidance as they strive to reach their goals, and the individual who coordinates and motivates the group can fundamentally shape the group’s future
“Groups prosper when guided by good
leaders” When Do Leaders Emerged (1) members feel that success on the group task is within their reach, (2) the rewards of success are valued, (3) the task requires group effort rather than individual effort, and (4) an individual with previous experience in the leadership role is present in the group As A Leader…. 1. How much leadership to exercise 2. How to structure the group 3. When to intervene 4. How to effect a successful intervention 5. How to manage the group’s collective anxiety 6. How to resolve other issues Reasons for Leading Groups 1. Efficiency 2. Experience of Commonality 3. Greater Variety of Resources and Viewpoints 4. Sense of Belonging 5. Skills Practice 6. Feedback 7. Vicarious Learning 8. Real-Life Approximation 9. Commitment PERSONALITY AND CHARACTER Group counseling techniques cannot be divorced from the leader’s personal characteristics and behaviors • Presence • Personal Power • Courage • Willingness to Confront Oneself • Sincerity and Authenticity • Sense of Identity • Belief in the Group Process and Enthusiasm • Inventiveness and Creativity BASIC SKILLS FOR GROUP LEADERS Active listening Tone setting Reflection Modeling and self-disclosure Clarification and questioning Use of eyes 1. Scanning for nonverbal cues 2. Head nods, Facial Expressions, Tears, Body Shifts 3. Getting members to look at other members 4. Drawing out members 5. Cutting off members BASIC SKILLS FOR GROUP LEADERS Summarizing Use of voice 1. Use of Voice to Help Set the Tone 2. Use of Voice to Energize the Group 3. Pacing the Group Linking Use of the leader’s energy Identifying allies Encouraging and supporting BASIC SKILLS FOR GROUP LEADERS Mini-lecturing and information giving Make it interesting. Make it relevant. Make sure you have considered cultural and gender differences. Make it short (usually no more than 5–8 minutes). Make it energizing. Make sure you have current, correct, and objective information. Multicultural understanding Assignment: (Please take note of the number of Words)