Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-267) and index.
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Preface -- Acknowledgments -- About the authors -- Preparing to lead -- Identifying types of groups and their leadership challenges -- Setting the groundwork for a high-performing team -- Planning your group's development -- Determining your leadership style -- Taking the lead -- Getting off to the right start -- Working smart -- Helping your group learn to get better -- Assessing your group's progress and achievements -- Appendix A: Quick start guide -- Appendix B: Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies -- Appendix C: A primer on giving and receiving feedback -- References -- Index.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Providing guidance for first time leaders of small groups, this book offers suggestions and tips for selecting members, knowing what to expect, clarifying goals, determining work processes, motivating members, resolving conflicts, reaching consensus, tracking progress, and rewarding success.