Army Sergeant

• Decisions are made without input
  
• Leader has control
  
• Immediate action can be commanded
• Effect on Group:
  • May not take ownership
    
  • They may sabotage efforts
    
  • May be resentful for not being asked

• TIP:
  • Works well in a crisis mode
    
  • Explain rationale behind approach

Teacher's Pet

• Asks specific individuals for input
  
• Ultimately decides for group
• Effect on Group:
  • Some may feel excluded

• TIP:
  • Explain rationale behind decision
    
  • Make sure the ones who weren't included in decision have a role

Politician

• Group input
  
• Group identification
  
• Decisions are well thought out
• Effect on Group:
  
  • Takes time
    
  • Conflict has potential to become heated

• TIP:
  • There needs to be a process that others adhere to with specific timelines

Head of Household

• All members have a voice
  
• Willing to support team effort
  
• Effect on Group:
  
  • Takes time
    
  • Facilitator needs skills to reach agreement

• TIP:
  • Make every member feel valued
    
  • Encourage each individual to voice their opinion and then to reach a consensus

Chairperson

• Delegates decision making to others
  
• Develops leadership in others
  
• Effect on Group:
  
  • May not be done how you think it should
    
  • Group may need additional training and guidance

• TIP:
  • Clarify expectations
    
  • Hold individuals accountable
    
  • Be available to encourage, answer questions