Stages of group formation are -

1 Forming Stage

The first stage of team development is forming, which is a lot like orientation day at college or a new job. You could even compare it to going out on a first date.

The team has just been introduced and everyone is overly polite and pleasant. At the start, most are excited to start something new and to get to know the other team members.

During this stage, you may discuss:

• Member’s skills, background and interests
• Project goals
• Timeline
• Ground rules
• Individual roles

As the group starts to familiarize themselves, roles and responsibilities will begin to form. It is important for team members to develop relationships and understand what part each person plays.

But, because this stage focuses more on the people than on the work, your team probably won’t be very productive yet.

2 Storming Stage

Have you ever reached the point in a relationship where you become aware of a person’s characteristics and they frustrate or annoy you?

Perhaps they squeeze the toothpaste from the top of the tube instead of the bottom? Eat with their mouth open? Or they listen to the same Drake song 15 times