· Discuss the application of Belbin theory, taking into account various strengths and roles that could be assigned; · Explain how creativity and individualism will be encouraged in your team;

TEAM MANAGEMENT
Table of Contents
Application of Belbin Theory, its Strengths and Roles it assigns    3
Encouraging Individualism and Creativity in My Team    3
References    5
Application of Belbin Theory, its Strengths and Roles it assigns
The key application of Belbin Theory or Belbin’s Team Role Theory is in the identification of various skills and capabilities of the team members, so that the ultimate outcome of the task allocated to the team can be realized effectively. According to Senaratne and Gunawardane (2015), Belbin’s theory can be applied to organizations, where teamwork is needed to achieve goals, such as especially in human resource department or manufacturing units. This theory’s practical application helps to analyze the performance strengths and weaknesses of the employees that in turn, are used to increase their work productivity. Various job roles are assigned to them, such as conflict resolution, quality control or training, which can help them develop themselves as professionals.
Therefore, as supported by Lynch, Lynch and Clemens (2018), the core strengths of this theory are to refine the work capabilities of the team members, supporting collaboration for better communication and helping the team members to understand each other’s work psyche. Based on the aim of allocating varied job roles to every team member, Belbin had formed nine team roles, categorized under three types of roles— action...