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Differentiation of selves: Differentiating a fuzzy concept
Andreas Mojzisch1, Thomas Schultze2, Joachim Hüffmeier3
1Institute of Psychology,University of Hildesheim,D-31141 Hildesheim,Germanymojzisch@uni-hildesheim.dehttps://www.uni-hildesheim.de/fb1/institute/psychologie/mitglieder/andreas-mojzisch/.
The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|March 31, 2017
Summary
There is no single strategy that universally improves group performance. Different types of "differentiation of selves" can yield varied outcomes depending on the specific task and group dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Organizational Behavior
- Group Dynamics
Background:
- The "one size fits all" approach to enhancing group performance, as proposed by Baumeister et al., is appealing but potentially flawed.
- Existing research often treats diverse concepts under a broad umbrella term, potentially obscuring nuanced effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically evaluate the universal applicability of a singular approach to improving group performance.
- To dissect the concept of "differentiation of selves" and its varied implications for group tasks.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis and theoretical argumentation.
- Review of existing literature on group performance and self-differentiation.
Main Results:
- The study argues against a panacea for group performance enhancement.
- "Differentiation of selves" encompasses multiple distinct constructs, not a monolithic concept.
- The impact of self-differentiation strategies is context-dependent, varying with task demands.
Conclusions:
- A universal approach to improving group performance is unlikely to be effective.
- Tailoring strategies based on specific group characteristics and task requirements is crucial.
- Further research should differentiate between specific types of self-differentiation and their task-specific efficacy.