Team Cohesion Research Articles

Analyzing the impact of traditional and sports-based teaching methods on team cohesion and team cognition among college students

This study examines the impact of traditional and sports-based teaching methods on team cohesion, cognition, and stress reduction among college students, guided by a positivist research philosophy. Adopting a comparative correlational design, data were collected from 60 students aged 18–20 at the private higher education in the Philippines through quantitative surveys. Grounded on Social Interdependence Theory and Cognitive Load Theory, the findings reveal that sports-based teaching methods significantly enhance team cohesion, foster cognitive engagement, and reduce stress compared to traditional lecture-based approaches. Statistical analyses, including paired t-tests, Pearson’s correlation, and chi-square tests, confirm that the interactive and cooperative elements of sports-based methods promote collaboration, trust, and active participation. In contrast, traditional methods, which emphasize passive learning and individual focus, are associated with lower team cohesion and cognition and higher stress levels. These results highlight the value of integrating sports-based teaching methods into educational curricula to support students' holistic development. The study recommends professional development for educators to implement these strategies effectively and further research to explore long-term benefits and adaptations for diverse learning environments.

Investigation of Team Cohesion and Self-Efficacy Levels of Volleyball Referees

The aim of the study is to examine the team cohesion and self-efficacy levels of volleyball referees. The research group includes a total of 280 volleyball referees, 138 female and 142 male, affiliated with the Turkish Volleyball Federation for the 2022-2023 volleyball season. "Personal Information Form", "Referee Self-Efficacy Scale" and "Group Environment Questionnaire" were used to collect data in the study. SPSS 24.0 program was used in the analysis of the research data. Independent sample t test and anova test were applied as statistical methods and p<0,05 significance level was taken. According to the findings, a change was found in the sub-dimensions of task integrity and task attractiveness of the group in terms of gender variable. Again, a difference was found in the social integration of the group and task integration of the group according to the years of refereeing. There was a difference in the self-efficacy levels of the referees according to the year of refereeing. A difference was found in the task integration dimension of the group according to the refereeing level. As a result, it was determined that as the experience of volleyball referees increased, their self-efficacy levels increased and as their refereeing levels increased, their task integration levels increased.

Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Effectiveness – Are Women Leaders Better

Emotional intelligence plays a vital role in the formation women's leadership characteristics. Women leaders displaying high emotional intelligence excel in managing their own and others' emotions, resulting in team unity, better communication, and conflict resolution. Moreover, emotional intelligence enhances women leaders' ability to adjust their leadership approaches to various contexts and individuals, thus augmenting their overall efficacy. The success of leadership effectiveness ultimately relies on the collaboration between emotional intelligence and leadership competencies which enables women to exploit on their strengths in mentorship, motivation, and collaboration. This research emphasis on women in executive positions in Indian corporate sector. The study involves a qualitative approach, applying thematic analysis. Data collection involved interviews with twelve women executives who have acquired senior leadership roles in Indian corporations. The analytical process enabled the identification of patterns and themes within the gathered data relating to emotional intelligence. The emergent themes incorporate self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, motivation, and social skills. These components discover the impact of women leadership on subordinates, focusing how their unique leadership style improves transparency in communication, employee participation, team cohesion, inclusiveness, and trustworthiness within the workforce. The exclusive approach of women leaders contributes for developing positive organizational characteristics. Finally, the study concludes that women leaders achieve a competitive advantage in organizational leadership effectiveness. Their discriminating emotional awareness enables them to empathize with team members, nurture healthy relationships, and foster inclusive work environments.

A Study on Impact of HRM Practices on Effectiveness of Team Building with Special Reference to Insurance Industry in India by Using Structural Equation Model

This study examines the impact of Human Resource Management (HRM) practices on team-building effectiveness within the insurance industry in India. With rising competition and a rapidly evolving business landscape, effective teamwork has become crucial for organizational success, particularly in service sectors like insurance where collaboration enhances client service and operational efficiency. The study identifies key HRM practices - recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, and compensation- as influential factors in fostering team cohesion, motivation, and effectiveness. Utilizing a Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach, the research analyzes data collected from a sample of employees across leading insurance companies in India. The SEM technique allows for a comprehensive assessment of direct and indirect relationships between HRM practices and team-building outcomes, revealing critical paths that significantly contribute to team effectiveness. Results indicate that targeted HRM practices not only improve team performance but also enhance job satisfaction and retention rates within teams. The findings offer practical implications for HR practitioners aiming to optimize team dynamics and strengthen overall organizational performance in the insurance sector. The study concludes by recommending HR strategies that align team-building initiatives with organizational goals to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.

Psychological determinants of performance in women's football: a systematic review on resilience, anxiety, motivation and cohesion

Introduction: Over the past decade, women's football has gained significant visibility, leading to increased attention on the psychological factors that influence players' performance. Mental toughness is identified as a key trait that allows athletes to remain focused and resilient in high-pressure environments. Objective: This systematic review aims to analyze the psychological determinants of performance in young women's football, focusing on mental toughness, anxiety management, motivation, and team cohesion. Methodology: This review followed PRISMA guidelines and systematically searched four databases (PubMed, ProQuest, SCOPUS, FECYT) for articles published before October 1, 2024. The PICO framework was applied to define the research question, and data were extracted into an Excel spreadsheet, a total of 11 articles met all the inclusion criteria and were included in the final qualitative synthesis. Results: anxiety is explored in five studies, highlighting its physiological and psychological effects on performance and its predictors in elite athletes; resilience is examined in three studies, focusing on how young female athletes adapt to adversity to enhance performance and life skills; motivation is the subject of six studies, emphasizing intrinsic and extrinsic factors driving engagement, performance, and social influences in sports; and team cohesion is analyzed in two studies, illustrating its role in fostering better performance perceptions and group dynamics. Conclusions: Coaching strategies that foster a positive motivational climate and incorporate mental skills training can enhance psychological resilience, motivation, and performance outcomes.

Emotional Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence Integration Strategies for Leadership Excellence

In the current dynamic economic environment effective leadership needs a good understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities along with emotional intelligence (EI). This paper is analyzing the importance of EI and AI in leadership, how AI can improve leadership, and utilize AI and EI to make strategies for improving decision-making processes for leaders and executives and achieve excellence in leadership. After reviewing and analyzing available literature, this paper trying to find out the use of AI and EI in leadership, current state of practice, trying to find out main opportunities, challenges related with AI, and suggest a practical recommendation for utilizing EI and AI integration in leadership. This study investigates the integration of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as complementary tools to enhance leadership decision-making, effectiveness, and organizational performance. The research emphasizes the role of EI in understanding and managing human emotions to foster empathy and interpersonal connections, alongside the capacity of AI to analyze data and provide predictive insights for informed decision-making. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the study develops a framework to align these competencies, addressing critical leadership challenges in the modern workplace, such as adaptability, innovation, and team cohesion. The methodology involves a comprehensive review of existing literature, case studies, and theoretical analysis to explore practical strategies for integration. Key findings reveal the potential of combining EI and AI to foster organizational growth, enhance productivity, and improve team dynamics. The study also discusses the challenges of merging these approaches, such as ethical considerations, bias in AI algorithms, and the complexity of balancing emotional and technical intelligence. By providing actionable recommendations for practitioners and researchers, this work contributes to advancing leadership practices and highlights opportunities for further exploration in the rapidly evolving field of AI-driven human-centric leadership.

Is identity leadership provided by coaches and athlete leaders associated with performance? A cross‐cultural study in football teams

AbstractThe social identity approach to leadership contends that the most effective leaders represent, advance, create, and embed a shared social identity (i.e., a sense of ‘we’ and ‘us’) within the groups they lead. Building on previous research, our study examines whether the perceived identity leadership of coaches and athlete leaders is associated with a range of key performance indicators (notably team and individual performance and effort) through team identification and team cohesion. We also examine if these relationships are generalisable across WEIRD (Westernised, Educated, Industrialised, Rich, and Democratic) and non‐WEIRD countries while looking at whether they vary as a function of national culture (i.e., ingroup collectivism). To this end, we collected data from 3,135 football players across 211 teams in nine countries who engaged in an average of 4.02 sessions per week (SD = 2.03). Data were analysed using multilevel (multigroup) regressions and indicated that coaches' and athlete leaders' perceived identity leadership was associated with all performance indicators via both team identification and cohesion. For the most part, these relationships held across WEIRD and non‐WEIRD countries. However, we also found some evidence that the relationships between identity leadership and performance varied cross‐culturally and were generally stronger in countries high on ingroup collectivism. Together, these data suggest that identity leaders—across geographical and cultural borders—can make teams more effective and that they achieve this by leveraging ‘our’ strength in ways that make ‘us’ more cohesive.

Effect of Visionary Leadership on Team Innovation: Understanding Mediating Roles of Team Cohesion, Team Knowledge Collaboration and Team Bound-ary Management

Effect of Visionary Leadership on Team Innovation: Understanding Mediating Roles of Team Cohesion, Team Knowledge Collaboration and Team Bound-ary Management

Research on the Innovation Strategy of Management Models in Entrepreneurial Technology Enterprises

With the continuous advancement of global technological innovation, entrepreneurial technology enterprises have become increasingly important in the modern economy. Management model innovation has become one of the key factors for these enterprises to maintain competitive advantages and promote sustainable growth. This paper aims to explore how entrepreneurial technology enterprises can enhance their core competitiveness through management model innovation in a rapidly developing environment. By analyzing the characteristics and challenges faced by entrepreneurial technology enterprises, the paper further elaborates on the theoretical foundations of management model innovation, focusing on the paths and practices related to organizational structure, leadership and decision-making mechanisms, talent management, and corporate culture innovation. By combining practical case studies, this paper summarizes both successful and unsuccessful experiences and proposes strategies for implementing innovative management models and risk mitigation measures. The research findings indicate that innovative management models not only help enterprises adapt to changes in the external environment but also improve internal operational efficiency and team cohesion, providing strong support for the sustainable development of entrepreneurial technology enterprises.

Technostress, technosuffering, and relational strain: a multi-method qualitative study of how remote and digital work affects staff in UK general practice.

The introduction of remote and digital forms of working in UK general practice has driven the development of new routines and working styles. To explore and theorise how new forms of work have affected general practice staff. Multi-site, qualitative case study in UK general practice. Using longitudinal ethnography by researchers-in-residence, we followed 12 practices for 28 months (2021-2023). This core dataset was supplemented by workshops and stakeholder interviews. Data analysis applied theories from the sociology of work and socio-technical change. Staff made significant efforts to adapt to and embed digital services into their work. When technologies work well, they can offer improved convenience, efficiency, more comprehensive patient care, and workplace fulfilment for staff. However, for many clinical and administrative staff, compromises and frictions embedded in digitalised workplace routines and processes could also lead to job dissatisfaction, worsened wellbeing and misalignments with professional values and identities. We found that this workplace suffering caused relational strain between team members, impacting team cohesiveness and coordination. The digitalisation of working routines in UK general practice poses a unique challenge to the workforce, risking technostress, workplace suffering, and increased relational strain within and between teams. To embed the benefits of digitalisation, we must first improve practice teams' readiness for change, which includes strengthening practices' relational structures, which provide support during periods of adaptation. Practices must be empowered to determine a locally-appropriate configuration of digital tools and given the resources and time to adapt working routines.

Correction to “Your Team Can Make You a Better Person: Team Cohesion Is Associated With Off‐Field Prosocial Behaviour via Fairplay Team Norms and Empathy in Rugby Union”

Correction to “Your Team Can Make You a Better Person: Team Cohesion Is Associated With Off‐Field Prosocial Behaviour via Fairplay Team Norms and Empathy in Rugby Union”

Team Cohesion and Mental Disorder Symptoms in Canadian Helicopter Emergency Medical Service Personnel

Team Cohesion and Mental Disorder Symptoms in Canadian Helicopter Emergency Medical Service Personnel

The influence of nursing handover on nurses' mental health: A scoping review

<p>Nursing handover is essential in clinical practice across various healthcare settings and can significantly impact nurses' mental health. This scoping review aimed to explore and map these implications using the JBI methodology and PRISMA ScR Checklist. It included 11 studies published between 1988 and 2022 from the UK, Australia, USA, South Korea, and Hong Kong, involving over 122 nurses in acute care settings. The findings reveal three major themes: source of psychological discomfort, coping resource, and peer support and cohesion. Negative emotions such as stress, anxiety, dissatisfaction, and tension are linked to handovers, particularly bedside handovers, which raise confidentiality issues and induce scrutiny among nurses. The lack of standardized training and consistent procedures also contributes to stress, especially for newly graduated and less experienced nurses. Conversely, handovers function as structured rituals providing peer support and a sense of control, helping nurses manage psychological demands. To mitigate negative impacts, implementing standardized handover procedures and comprehensive training programs for new nurses is essential. Encouraging open communication and fostering a supportive environment can enhance team cohesion and reduce stress. Future research should measure the impact of different handover practices on nurses' mental health and explore their supportive, social, protective, and restorative functions. This review highlights the critical role of nursing handovers in supporting nurses' mental health and underscores the need for standardized practices to improve the well-being of nursing professionals and the quality of patient care.</p>

예비유아교사를 대상으로 PBL(문제중심학습)을 적용한 캡스톤 디자인 수업 경험 탐색

The purpose of this study is to investigate the classroom experience of early childhood education students through capstone design classes that apply PBL in universities. The research participants were 16 third-year college students from the Department of Early Childhood Education, G University, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and explored their experiences of a capstone design class that applied PBL for a total of 15 weeks from September 1 to December 12, 2023. Interviews, interviews, journals, and reports of research participants were collected and analyzed using the inductive category analysis method. As a result of analyzing the experience of pre-service early childhood teachers in capstone design classes that applied PBL, it was derived into a total of three categories: 'Classes that discover problems and solve them on their own', 'Team cohesion built through conflict', and 'Professors are also team members'. This study is expected to provide meaningful implications as basic data for the design and operation of capstone design courses in the early childhood education department of universities in the future.

The power of social identity in shaping collaborative success in research teams

Interdisciplinary research teams may from time to time face collaborative challenges due to many causes, e. g. various medical interests or professional background. Social identity theory offers a framework to understand these dynamics. Diverse interests or medical background can motivate and drive innovation and creativity in research projects but can also present challenges in term of communication and collaboration caused by different perspectives and traditions. This discussion paper focus on social theory related to team cohesion and collaboration, aiming to assist interdisciplinary teams in achieving collective and collaborative strengths.

Integrative Approaches to Enhancing Performance and Collaboration among Medical Clinic Staff: A Critical Analysis

This article critically examines integrative approaches aimed at enhancing performance and collaboration among medical clinic staff, including physicians, nurses, administrative personnel, laboratory technicians, and pharmacists. With the increasing complexity of healthcare delivery, the need for interdisciplinary teamwork has become paramount. The analysis explores evidence-based strategies such as team-based training programs, collaborative technologies, and leadership-driven initiatives to address common challenges like communication gaps, role ambiguity, and resistance to change. Findings indicate that these approaches significantly improve staff performance, reduce medical errors, and enhance patient satisfaction. The discussion highlights the role of effective leadership, organizational culture, and tailored interventions in fostering a cohesive team environment. The article concludes with actionable recommendations for clinic managers, policymakers, and researchers to further optimize collaboration and performance in medical clinics.

Recommendations on supporting neonatology healthcare givers from the French National Society.

Healthcare givers are exposed to stress and therefore are at risk of the development of pathologies. We aimed to provide recommendations regarding psychosocial risks such as stress, moral distress, burnout syndrome or secondary stress syndrome in neonatal care units to best support neonatal healthcare givers. We searched PubMed for articles published from 1 January 2017 to 1 December 2023 by using the keywords burnout OR (moral and distress) AND neonatal unit. Recommendations were developed after internal and external review by a multidisciplinary group including 15 professionals and parent representatives. We identified 207 studies and developed 15 recommendations based on 118 eligible studies. Recommendations to support neonatology healthcare givers were developed for the individual level, the collective or department level to organise the environment, the training of the team with communication sessions and team cohesion; and the institutional level to respect and organise working time. Psychosocial risks have consequences for the neonatal healthcare givers themselves and possibly those being cared for. To date, prevention, screening and treatment have been insufficiently developed and explored. In this context, an overall institutional review of the chosen care model is needed.

Effect of Visionary Leadership on Team Innovation: Understanding Mediating Roles of Team Cohesion, Team Knowledge Collaboration and Team Bound-ary Management

This study is important as it seeks to fill the existing gap in the existing literature on the interactions between visionary leadership and team innovation in the context of the palm oil industry which is confronted with the challenge of achieving profitability while operating in an environmentally sus-tainable manner. The study sets out to investigate the impact of visionary leadership on the innova-tion exhibited by the teams while focusing on team cohesion, team knowledge collaboration and team boundary management as the mediating variables. A quantitative explanatory design was adopted and data was collected from 280 respondents in nine palm oil factories in Rokan Hulu Re-gency, Riau Province, Indonesia. Databases include Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) Managed to achieve data processing and analysis of the relationships among the variables. The results show that anyway, visionary leadership is a strong contributor to team innovation, both directly and indi-rectly, through its principles such as teamwork, boundary management, and even collaboration. From these findings, it is critical to highlight that visionary leadership is key in enhancing the team work environment and the team collaboration potention which in the long run triggers innovation. Such management practices should focus on how to develop leadership that drives sharing of knowledge and boundary management as this improves the innovation capabilities of the firm.

Negative Workplace Gossips, Social Inclusion and Team Cohesion: Does Inclusive Leadership Reduces the Prevalence and Impact of Negative Workplace Gossip

Aim of the Study: This study analyzes the impact of negative workplace gossips on social inclusion and team cohesion with the moderating role of inclusive leadership among the employees of advertising agencies of Pakistan. Methodology: Data was collected through self-reported questionnaire to ensure the confidentiality of the respondents. Questionnaires were distributed to 200 employees who are working in advertising agencies a total of 160 questionnaires were returned. Findings: the result shows that negative workplace gossips affect the team cohesion with the mediation of social inclusion. The results also depicted that inclusive leadership plays the buffering role between the relationship of negative workplace gossips and social inclusion. Conclusion: This study shows that that negative workplace gossips affect the social inclusion and team cohesion and strategies should be design at organizational level in order to minimize the negative workplace gossips and inclusive leadership plays a very vital role in minimizing negative workplace gossips.

Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Leadership Effectiveness in Corporate Settings in South Africa

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of emotional intelligence on leadership effectiveness in corporate settings. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: Emotional intelligence (EI) significantly impacts leadership effectiveness in corporate settings. Leaders with higher EI are better able to manage their own emotions and understand others' emotional states, which enhances their decision-making, communication, and conflict resolution skills. These EI competencies foster stronger team cohesion, improved employee morale, and higher overall productivity. In South African companies, leaders with high EI are also better equipped to navigate the challenges posed by organizational changes and cultural diversity, leading to a more positive and resilient work environment. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Emotional intelligence theory, transformational leadership theory & social and emotional learning may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of emotional intelligence on leadership effectiveness in corporate settings. Organizations can also foster a culture that values emotional intelligence by providing coaching and mentorship programs that emphasize emotional awareness and empathy. Companies can create policies that promote the integration of EI into organizational performance reviews, aligning EI competencies with leadership success criteria.