Group Task Roles

LEADERSHIP & MOTIVATION | 5 MIN READ

Every organization has a team who has a different set of a task but with the same goal, this is the so-called “Group Task Roles”.

So what is Group Task Roles?

These are set of roles on a team in an organization or company and its main function is how will a group step forward in achieving the team’s goal with their individual tasks.

There are several roles in our company that we live in, and we want to share it with you. Here are the group task roles that every organization have:

Initiator-Contributor.It is the one who provides new and fresh ideas to the team. This may help the team in terms of brainstorming and plans for the team.

Information Seeker.

They are the researchers of the team, they ask relevant and concise information for the team or be formed.

Opinion Seeker.

These are people who focus on the opinions, values, and insights of the team.

Information Giver. These people are the ones that have an authoritative vibe within the team which has a deeper understanding of that certain matter. His or her informations are based on their experiences and it helps the team in making decision process.

Opinion Giver.

Opinion giver and seeker are almost the same, the only difference between them is that this person is the one giving opinions and suggestions on how they must make their decisions based on the insights of the team.

Elaborator.

These people are the ones who want to produce better ideas and improves the ideas of other team key players.

Orienter.
They are the ones who remind the team where they stand now and what they have been encountered before.

Evaluator-Critic.

These people are the ones who assess the team and ensures that the results of team produce has quality and not just finishing it on time. They also provide options for the team while dealing with complex problems.

Energizer.
These people are the ones who provide energy for the team, the cheerer, pull the group upward and encourage them to push harder.

Procedural Technician.

These are people who ensure that the team is following the organizational flow and routine tasks to accomplish.

Recorder.
This one is the team’s secretary, the one who organize the notes, files and help the team to understand another decision making.

How about you? Who are you on your team and what key role do you do to make your company strive that goal? Comment down below and share with us your experience in your organization!

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