The four-stage group development model suggests forming occurs when employees begin to see themselves as part of the group. Which stage comes next?

The four-stage group development model suggests forming occurs when employees begin to see themselves as part of the group. Which stage comes next?

• A. Storming
• B. Norming
• C. Performing
• D. Adjourning

Answer: (B)

After forming, the group shifts into Norming. In this stage, members begin to align on how they will work together: they accept each other, establish shared norms and ground rules, clarify roles, and start coordinating more effectively. Communication becomes smoother, conflicts are resolved through agreed-upon processes, and there’s a growing sense of cohesion and commitment to the team’s goals. This foundation of collaboration and agreed ways of working sets the stage for performing, where the group can focus on achieving tasks efficiently.

After forming, the group shifts into Norming. In this stage, members begin to align on how they will work together: they accept each other, establish shared norms and ground rules, clarify roles, and start coordinating more effectively. Communication becomes smoother, conflicts are resolved through agreed-upon processes, and there’s a growing sense of cohesion and commitment to the team’s goals. This foundation of collaboration and agreed ways of working sets the stage for performing, where the group can focus on achieving tasks efficiently.