5DPP – Part 1 Developing Professional Practice CIPD Diploma in HRM Level 5
As an associate member of the CIPD, I am a skilled HR Advisor who is able to manage my time effectively, lead a team, and manage relationships at peer level, as well as at senior levels. My experience at ReCh Management Centre has allowed me to put theories into practice, and based on the ambitious plans for accelerated growth and increased profitability planned for the next six months, I feel that my projection will reflect my applied knowledge. When managing people, McGregor’s model, indicated below, shows to styles of management. Theory X is directive, whereas Theory Y is enabling, and looks at employee engagement/ teamwork in order to achieve the Individuals attempt to assert themselves for position within the team. Clarity of purpose increases but plenty of uncertainties persist. Cliques and factions form and there may be power struggles. The team needs to be focused on its goals to avoid becoming distracted by relationships and emotional issues. Compromises may be required to enable progress. Leader needs to communicate effectively Skills needed as a team Leader – Excellent communication, Coaching, skilled influencer, decisive thinker, courage to challenge, driven to deliver, collaborative Stage 3 - Norming Agreement and consensus is largely forms among team, with the Leader facilitating. Roles and responsibilities are clear and accepted. The group works together to make big decisions. Smaller decisions may be delegated to individuals or small teams within group. Commitment, motivation nad unity is strong. Social activities may prevail. The team discusses and develops its processes and working style. There is general respect for the leader and some of leadership is more shared by the team. Skills needed as a team Leader – facilitating, coaching, motivating, developing others Stage 4 - Performing ‘The team is more strategically aware; the team knows clearly why it is doing what it is doing. The team has a shared vision and is able to stand on its own feet with no interference or participation from the
