Theorists: Henri Tajfel, Meredith Belbin

Henri Tajfel was a social psychologist known for his work on social identity theory, which explains how people categorize themselves and others into groups, often leading to in-group favoritism and out-group discrimination. This helps us understand social dynamics and prejudice. Meredith Belbin is a management theorist who developed the Belbin Team Roles model, identifying nine roles people adopt in teams, such as the Coordinator or the Implementer. His work emphasizes that understanding these roles can improve teamwork and productivity by encouraging a diverse mix of skills and personalities in group settings.