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Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligenceemotional intelligencesocial awarenesspersonality conflictsteam dynamics

PMP · Question 86 · Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligence

A project manager observes that team dynamics have become strained due to personality conflicts between two key team members. One team member is highly detail-oriented and methodical, while the other is creative and prefers flexible approaches. Their different working styles are creating friction that's affecting the entire team's performance and morale. What emotional intelligence competency should the project manager apply FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Social awareness - Understand how different personality types and working styles are affecting team dynamics

B.

Self-management - Control personal frustration with the personality conflicts affecting team performance

C.

Relationship management - Immediately intervene to resolve the personality conflicts

D.

Self-awareness - Recognize personal biases toward different working styles

How to approach this question

When team dynamics are affected by personality differences, use social awareness first to understand the impact before applying other emotional intelligence competencies.

Full Answer

A.Social awareness - Understand how different personality types and working styles are affecting team dynamics✓ Correct
A
Social awareness involves understanding others' emotions, motivations, and how different personalities affect group dynamics. This understanding is essential before effective intervention can occur.

Common mistakes

Students often choose immediate intervention (C) or self-focused competencies (B or D), missing the need to first understand the team dynamics through social awareness.

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