QUESTION 1 The popularity of self-managed teams has grown considerably in recent years, especially in the technology sector, where companies such as Google and Facebook are particular advocates. The theory is that they provide greater flexibility, they are more creative and are more in tune with the way young people wish to work today. Tasks are usually allocated based upon the strengths of each employee, with remuneration then awarded based upon the contributions of each person. Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/adigaskell/2019/10/02/self-managed-teams-result-inlower-pay-for-women/?sh=44f71c345d63 i. Self-managed teams that are successful are never without a problem

. Assume you are a team leader of a self-managed team.

 Explain the potential problems of a self-managed team that you may encounter. Give examples. 

 ii. Discuss the role of a team leader in a hierarchical team and self-managed team 

 

QUESTION 2  Sefalana, Botswana's Bountiful Granary came into existence in 1974 and was the first company to list on the Botswana Stock Exchange in 1979. Assume after completing your studies, you are hired temporarily as a consultant to provide some training on team management at a Sefalana Group of Companies. Address the following questions

:  i. Explain five (5) causes of team conflict that may likely occur at Sefalana Group of Companies. 

 ii. Discuss ways of resolving team conflicts in Sefalana Group of Companies.