Which of the following steps can be taken by a manager so as to minimize groupthink?
A) encouraging group leaders to develop a stronger sense of group identity
B) seeking input from employees before the group leader presents his opinions
C) increasing the group size
D) preventing all team members from engaging in a critical evaluation of ideas at the beginning
E) asking the group members to first focus on the positives of an alternative rather than the negatives

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Seeking input from employees before the group leader presents his opinions can help minimize groupthink by allowing for diverse perspectives and ideas to be brought forth before the leader's potential biases can influence the group's thought process. Encouraging group leaders to develop a stronger sense of group identity may actually contribute to groupthink by further cementing a homogenous group dynamic. Increasing group size may also not necessarily guarantee diverse perspectives. Preventing all team members from engaging in a critical evaluation of ideas at the beginning also goes against the principles of avoiding groupthink. Asking the group members to first focus on the positives of an alternative rather than the negatives may lead to confirmation bias and neglected alternative viewpoints.

Which of the Following Steps Can Be Taken by a Manager